Civics -- Week 12, Part D

State courts interpret state constitutions and laws. There are three levels of state courts—trial courts, appeals courts, and the supreme court. The courts hear civil and criminal cases. Judges often are elected. Depending on the state,... State courts interpret state constitutions and laws. There are three levels of state courts—trial courts, appeals courts, and the supreme court. The courts hear civil and criminal cases. Judges often are elected. Depending on the state, terms run from four to 14 years. In a few states, judges serve until they are 70, or for life. VIDEO OBJECTIVES - Describe the functions of the state court system - Compare the different methods of selecting state judges - Explore Supreme Court rulings on the balance between state and federal powers
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