Asked by Keylee Tripp on Apr 28, 2024
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Which of the following is the rule of the United States Supreme Court under which the Court will not issue a writ of certiorari unless at least four justices approve of the decision to issue the writ?
A) The rule requiring a justiciable controversy
B) The rule requiring standing to sue
C) The rule requiring original jurisdiction
D) The rule of four
Rule of Four
A procedural rule of the United States Supreme Court stating that if four justices agree to grant a writ of certiorari, the Court will consider the case.
Writ of Certiorari
A legal term referring to a type of writ seeking judicial review, where a higher court is asked to order a lower court or agency to send the records of a case for review.
Justiciable Controversy
A dispute or case suitable for adjudication by a court, characterized by a real and substantial controversy that demands legal determination.
- Understand the role and jurisdiction of appellate courts.
Verified Answer
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Louisa BovenApr 30, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The "rule of four" is a practice of the United States Supreme Court under which the Court will not agree to hear a case (i.e., grant a writ of certiorari) unless at least four of the nine justices vote to hear the case. This rule ensures that a minority of the justices can grant a case a hearing if they believe the issue presented is significant enough to warrant the Court's attention.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the role and jurisdiction of appellate courts.