John ( Pashantz) has been convicted of violating a federal criminal statute. Explain how John's case could reach the Supreme Court
What would be an ideal response?
An ideal response will:
1. Note that John must first appeal his conviction to the intermediate appellate court.
2. Explain that either John or the government could ask the Supreme Court to review the decision of the circuit court by filing a petition for a writ of certiorari.
3. Recognize that the case will only be heard and decided by the Supreme Court if at least four justices agree to hear the case.
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a. campaign contributions. b. hard money. c. soft money. d. PAC contributions. e. independent expenditures.
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A. term limits B. executive reorganization C. incumbency D. coattail effects
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A) the National Basketball Association. B) the University of Alabama. C) the University of Mississippi. D) Major League Baseball. E) the National Football League.