PSYC 2205 Lecture Notes - Family Court, Scientific Method, Execution Of Clayton Lockett
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Federal court of appeals ruled that a lack of a medical degree did not automatically disqualify a psychologist from providing expert testimony. ~ interpret the us constitution, acts of congress. ~ settles disputes between states or citizens of different states. ~ specialized matters as bankruptcies, copyrights, and patents. ~ persons accused of violating federal criminal law. ~ interpret state constitutions, laws passed by state legislatures. ~ settle disputes between citizens, or between government and citizens within the state. General: more complex cases (civil and criminal) Can turn over any decision made by lower courts. All states have trial and appellate court"s: Limited may include traffic courts, night courts, city courts. Court of last resort or the highest appellate court. Most recent development in girl"s court. (used to help young women who have been arrested for prostitution and see if they were involved in sex trafficking. )