Question

When does the Supreme Court have original jurisdiction?
a. Only in cases involving affecting Ambassadors, public officials, or a state
b. Whenever it decides it wants original jurisdiction in a case
c. The Supreme Court only has appellate jurisdiction; never original jurisdition

Answer 1

In the Judiciary Act of 1789, Congress made the Supreme Court's original jurisdiction exclusive in suits between two or more states, between a state and a foreign government, and in suits against ambassadors and other public ministers.

Answer 2

@Killer_Sweetness97

Answer 3

So it would be A then?

Answer 4

yes it's A

Answer 5

Basically, they only handle official matters, so if it affects the state, or officials.

Answer 6

B is a really bad answer, and C is partially true, cases can reach the supreme court eventually but, it's not never original jurisdiction, so A for sure

Answer 7

@Killer_Sweetness97

Answer 8

Ok thank you :)

Answer 9

No problem, if you have anymore, just put @Aether in there

Answer 10

Ok i will :)

Answer 11

no promises, but I'll take a look

Answer 12

Lol at least ill have help thats all that matters