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Stare decisis |
Not overturning a precedent |
They decision stands |
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Rule of four |
4 supreme justices have to agree to hear a case |
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Amicus curae brief |
Friend of the court |
Bestie |
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Judicial activism |
Using the power of the courts broadly |
Broadly - wide |
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Judicial restraint |
Using power of court minimally |
Restraint- less power , withhold |
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Original v appellate courts |
Original - powers given in the constitution Appellate- - appealed cases from lower courts |
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Strict construction |
Understanding the constitution |
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Cases reviewed by the Supreme Court |
Unique Appealed cases Personal interest Civil rights |
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