judicial process

Explores the creation of the Supreme Court, the highest court in the United States, discusses how it has changed over time, and looks at some of the Court's most significant decisions.

Introduces the American court system and how the Supreme Court decides the constitutionality of laws.

A curriculum and activity guide for use with "Woodrow, the White House Mouse," "House Mouse, Senate Mouse," and "Marshall, the Courthouse Mouse," books that teach children about the three branches of government through stories of the imaginary country, the United Mice of America.

Traces the history of the Supreme Court, looking at how it has changed since its inception, discusses some of the major cases considered by the Court since the 1970s, and considers the continuity between the Rehnquist Court and its predecessor, the Warren Court of the 1950s and 60s.

Discusses the Supreme Court's decision making process, based on documentary sources and interviews with justices and law clerks. Provides insight into some of the most important cases to come before the court and includes portraits of many of the justices in action.

Describes what happens when a judge imposes a sentence, traces the history of sentencing, and explores the problems and difficulties a modern judge faces as mandatory sentencing laws place limits on a judge's compassion.

Discusses the history and importance of the United States Constitution and how it is applied to decision making and laws in America.

A description of the United States Supreme Court, the justices, the political power they hold, and how the decisions made in the court affect our lives.

Collects essays that offer varying perspectives on issues related to the Supreme Court of the United States.

A study of the American court system, examining the history, organization, and day-to-day operations of the federal and state courts, and discussing the selection process for judges, the civil court process, judicial policies, and other topics.