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The Basics: Court Structure

These materials are designed for classroom use and independent study.
  • Background and Handout: Comparing Federal and State Courts
  • Chart: Comparing Federal and State Courts
  • Chart: Examples of Jurisdiction of State and Federal Courts
  • Graphic: Structure of Federal Courts
  • Graphic: The Path to the Supreme Court
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