Court Systems Interview

Review federal, state, municipal, and local judicial websites.

Find and watch a video, synopsis, summary, or overview of a major criminal court proceeding. Look for elements and components of the court system.

Imagine you conducted an interview, with a judge or other professional working in the courts, on the distinguishing features of the major court system, ranging from state-level superior courts and federal district courts through the U.S. Supreme Court.

Write a 1,050- to 1,400-word report for your interview in the format of Q and A.

Include key players, jurisdictional rules and interpretation issues, and the effect of evolving technologies on court proceedings at each level.

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.