"Structure and Hierarchy of Courts in the United States" Please respond to the following:
From the second e-Activity, determine whether or not the "Castle Doctrine" and "Stand Your Ground" doctrine are derived from common law doctrine. Specify at least two (2) instances in the legal system where the principles in question are valuable when it is applied. Provide at least two (2) specific examples of the method in which the principles are applied to support your rationale.
From the third e-Activity, compare the structure and hierarchy of courts in your state to those of a neighboring state. Describe the similarities and differences of these state court systems in terms of the process of handling caseloads. Provide two (2) examples of state court systems' handling of caseloads to support your rationale.
E-activity
Using the internet or Strayer databases, research and analyze the doctrine of stare decisis based on the English Common Law System and focus on the ways that it promotes uniformity in the law or undermines the law. Be prepared to discuss.
Use www.findlaw.com or Strayer databases to research and analyze both the "Castle Doctrine" and "Stand Your Ground" doctrine in your state, as well as the reasons why each is an affirmative defense for individuals charged with criminal homicide. Be prepared to discuss.
Use the internet or Strayer databases to research and review your state's court system and jurisdictions, as well as to examine your state's heirarchy of courts. Be prepared to discuss.