What is the role of the United States Supreme Court?
The highest court in the nation is the United States Supreme Court, consisting of nine justices, one of whom is the chief justice. This court hears appeals from the U.S. courts of appeals. The U.S. Supreme Court also determines whether or not federal or state laws violate the U.S. Constitution. Although there are certain cases that the U.S. Supreme Court must accept, it generally hears only those cases involving significant legal issues of national importance. 9/25/2006 Click here to purchase LawFacts Pamphlets. The information contained in this pamphlet is general and should not be applied to specific legal problems without first consulting your own attorney.
