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Original Jurisdiction of Supreme Court Instances: 1. diplomats from foreign countries 2. disputes between states Jurisdiction Hears cases that have been appealed from lower district courts or federal regulatory agencies Organization 8 associate judges 1 chief justice Court's opinion A written explanation for the Supreme Courts decision Selection of justices Appointed by the President, approved by the Senate Term Life; until resignation, death or impeachment Judicial review The Supreme Court can review any federal, state or local law or action to see if it is constitutional(allowed by the Constitution) Nullify To cancel any law or action that is found unconstitutional Three Principles of Judicial Review 1. The Constitution is the supreme law of the land 2. If there is a conflict between the Constitution and any other law, Constitution wins 3. The judicial branch has the duty to uphold the Constitution. Thus, it is able to determine when a law conflicts with the Constitution and is able to nullify it. Limits of Power -The Supreme Court depends on the Executive Branch and local and state officials like governors and police officers to enforce decisions -Congress can pass a new law or amendment to get around a court ruling -only accepts cases that involve federal issues