Assignment:
(1) In addition to the judges, jurors, and attorneys, there are a number of other actors in the court system. Identify these actors, and describe their roles.
Your response must be at least 75 words in length.
(2) Briefly explain the concepts of adjudication and oversight.
Your response must be at least 75 words in length.
(3) Recall the ruling of the Supreme Court in Ring v. Arizona. Explain the verdict, and analyze both sides of the issue. What do you think would have been the best ruling? (Note: The side you choose does not affect your academic evaluation; there are always good arguments for all sides in criminal trials. A good answer will be grounded on fact and sound logic based on what you have learned in this unit).
Your response must be a minimum of 200 words.
(4) In 1803, Democrats wanted to limit the power of the U.S. Supreme Court and allow Congress to be more powerful than the U.S. Constitution. Explain how the Supreme Court's decision in Marbury v. Madison changed the balance of power between the three branches of government.
Your response must be a minimum of 200 words.
(5) Briefly discuss the roles of judges, prosecutors, defense attorneys, and jurors.
Your response must be a minimum of 200 words.