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Supreme Court

Definition

The highest court in the federal judiciary, consisting of nine justices who serve lifetime appointments.

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What is a supreme court?
The highest court in the federal judiciary, consisting of nine justices who serve lifetime appointments.
What terms are related to supreme court?
Related terms include: Federal Court, Chief Justice. Understanding these related concepts helps provide context for supreme court.