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  • Judiciary Act of 1789
    owl________Visit http://usinfo.state.gov/usa/infousa/facts/democrac/8.htm
    The Judiciary Act of 1789 established a court system completely different from the British system that the Founding Fathers were familiar with. Learn why they came up with a new structure at this Department of State website, then read the original document that set up the court system that operates in the United States today.

  • Understanding the U.S. Federal Courts
    owlowlowl____Visit http://www.lectlaw.com/files/jud21.htm
    The 'Lectric Law Library claims that too many people think the federal court system is only meant to be understood only by lawyers. This site offers a detailed, organized explanation of the federal court system. It includes the structure of the courts as well as the location and number of judges who sit on each one. Advertising Alert ... Click for info

  • Judicial Review
    owlowlowl____Visit http://www.constitutioncenter.org/explore/BasicGoverningPrinciples/JudicialReview.shtml
    John Marshall wasn't the first judge to use the power of judicial review. State judges had been doing it for years. Learn about the development of judicial review in the state and federal courts at this National Constitution Center website. Follow the links to decisions from cases that highlight the practice.

  • Judicial and Legislative Branches Speak Out on Courthouse Issues
    owlowlowl____Visit http://www.uscourts.gov/Press_Releases/press_032300.html
    Overcrowding is one of the biggest problems facing the federal courts today. The efficiency of the judicial system deteriorates as the courts fall apart; also the condition of the buildings makes security difficult. Watch the video clip of Third Circuit Court Judge Jane Roth negotiating with Congress for funds to build new courthouses. Why did some courthouse projects get funding while others did not?

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