Discuss the purpose and various critiques of lifetime appointments for federal judges.

What will be an ideal response?


The purpose is to allow federal judges to make decisions that are free from political influence and pressure. However, some criticize lifetime appointments because they usually mean that there will be no turnover on the court for long periods of time. Some argue that consequently, a lifetime appointment is inconsistent with democratic values.

Criminal Justice

You might also like to view...

Although it was officially abolished in1992, what federal authority still makes decisions on who is to receive parole in the federal corrections system?

a. U.S. Attorney General b. U.S. President c. National Board of Commissioners and Correctional Officers d. United States Parole Commission

Criminal Justice

Over 50% of state prisoners are dependent on drugs

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Criminal Justice

Acts of terrorism by ______ are a more prevalent and deadly form of terrorism than terrorism by ______, according to Kapitan.

a. States; groups b. Militia; states c. Groups; states d. Fanatics; governments

Criminal Justice

Level 5 executives' ambitions are directed first and foremost to the organizations and to its success, and also to personal renown

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Criminal Justice