Sarah and Joe are arrested for allegedly stealing computer equipment. Which of the following is correct?

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wwhitlock · Answer

Following?

juangomez33 · Answer

The trial would only begin and end in the state court system in the state where the crime is alleged to have happened.
The trial would begin in a state-level appellate court and go to the federal court of appeal if the verdict is challenged.
The trial would begin in a state-level court of original jurisdiction and go to a state appellate court if either side appeals the case.
The trial would begin in a U.S. District Court for the circuit and go to the U.S. Supreme Court if either party challenges the verdict.

wwhitlock · Answer

Small crimes are handled by the states. Appeals of state decisions go to higher state courts.

juangomez33 · Answer

So the first one ?