Can the U.S. Supreme Court overturn the Louisiana Supreme Court's ruling?

What will be an ideal response?


ANSWER: Answers may vary: Yes, if the case involves a federal issue and the high Court grants a writ of certiorari and decides to hear the case, it can affirm (uphold), reverse (overturn) or remand (send back to the trial level for further action consistent with the high Court's ruling) the case.

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a. true b. false

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Discuss the concept of proportionality and the use of force

What will be an ideal response?

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Instrumental violence is usually directed towards a particular person or members of a group

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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In New York, a person is guilty of arson in the __________ when he intentionally damages a building or motor vehicle by starting a fire or causing an explosion

a. Second Degree. b. Third Degree. c. Fourth Degree. d. Fifth Degree.

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