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American Constitutional Government

Virginia SOL CE.5

Explain the judicial systems established by the U.S. and Virginia Constitutions.

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What students need to be able to do

  • Describe the system of state and federal courts including jurisdiction and judicial review.
  • Describe how due-process protections seek to ensure justice.
  • Compare and contrast civil and criminal cases.
  • Explain the effects of Supreme Court cases affecting the judiciary including Marbury v. Madison.