Question

Which of the following are used by appeals court judges to make a decision in the case? (Select all that apply.)

amicus curiae
brief oral arguments
depositions
writ of certiorari

Answer 1

• Amicus curiae
• Brief oral arguments
• Writ of certiorari

Step-by-step explanation:

Amicus curiae (friend of the court) briefs are filed by individuals or organizations that are not a party to the case but have an interest in its outcome. They are used to provide the appeals court with additional information or arguments.

Brief oral arguments are presented by the parties to the case before the appeals court judges. The arguments are usually limited in time and aim to persuade the judges to rule in their favor.

Writ of certiorari is an order issued by an appellate court (usually the Supreme Court) to review the decision of a lower court. The court uses the writ to decide which cases it will hear and which it will not.