Set: Jargon Set #4 The Judiciary

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A written statement by an attorney that summarizes a case and the laws and rulings that support itBrief
A brief submitted by a "friend of the court." Usually these come from parties that are interested in or may be affected by the decision of a particular caseAmicus Curiae
A case brought by someone to help him or her and all others who are similarly situatedClass Action Suit
A signed opinion in which one or more justices disagree with the majority viewDissenting Opinion
A signed opinion in which one or more members agree with the majority view but for different reasonsConcurring Opinion
A method whereby a poor person can have his or her case heard in federal court without chargeIn Forma Pauperis

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Creator skur1229
Created February 26, 2009
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Subject AP Government and Politics
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  1. A method whereby a poor person can have his or her case heard in federal court without charge In Forma Pauperis - 3 misses
  2. A brief submitted by a "friend of the court." Usually these come from parties that are interested in or may be affected by the decision of a particular case Amicus Curiae - 2 misses
  3. A signed opinion in which one or more members agree with the majority view but for different reasons Concurring Opinion - 1 miss