Federal matters jurisdiction is the power granted to US federal courts to hear cases relating to the Constitution or federal laws. It overrides state court jurisdiction and requires a relevant claim in the complaint. The US Supreme Court determines which cases fall under federal jurisdiction. Federal matters jurisdiction refers to the power granted to the […]
Federal courts have limited jurisdiction and can only hear cases listed in the Constitution. They can have jurisdiction through original or diversity jurisdiction. Diversity jurisdiction allows federal courts to hear cases between parties from different states with a dispute over $10,000. This is to prevent bias in state courts. Parties can choose to take the […]
Internet jurisdiction determines which legal authority can hear a case involving a potential crime committed over the internet. In the US, intent to conduct business within a specific region is required for a regional court to claim jurisdiction. International jurisdiction is not regulated in the same way, and each country usually takes its own laws […]
Original jurisdiction refers to a court’s right to hear a case for the first time. State and federal courts may have original jurisdiction over different matters, and there are also specialty courts. Appellate and supreme courts typically have limited original jurisdiction. Original jurisdiction refers to the right of a court to hear a case for […]
Subject to jurisdiction means a legal entity has the right to exercise control and enforce laws. The Fourteenth Amendment grants citizenship to those born or naturalized in the US and subject to its jurisdiction. The US Supreme Court has ruled that it does not apply to children of diplomats, but does apply to those born […]
A court must have the authority to hear a case, granted by statute, constitution, or political leader. Personal jurisdiction is established when a plaintiff or defendant has a connection to the court’s territory. Jurisdiction can be divided into appellate and original, and courts can have concurrent jurisdiction. Special courts are authorized to hear specific cases, […]
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