Question

What is the meaning of jurisdiction?

the ability of a federal judge to serve a lifetime appointment
the reversal of a trial court’s decision by an appeals court
the power of courts to make legal decisions in a certain area
the role of the Supreme Court in deciding the constitutionality of laws
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Which case would a federal court have jurisdiction over?

a case in which an accountant is being sued for stealing money from his clients
a divorce case involving two very famous celebrities who are each demanding large settlements
a case involving the constitutionality of a restaurant chain refusing to serve specific customers
a case brought by private citizens against a pet shop owner they believe is treating animals inhumanely

Answer 1

answer for number one is c

Answer 2

Part 1:

The meaning of jurisdiction is… the power of courts to make legal decisions in a certain area.

Part 2: A federal court could use jurisdiction in a case of…in which an accountant is being sued for stealing money from his clients!