Original jurisdiction refers to a court power to hear certain types of cases directly, as first instance. In Marbury v Madison, the Supreme Court determined it did not have original jurisdiction over the case, which was crucial to establishing its power of judicial review while avoiding a direct confrontation with the executive branch.
Original jurisdiction determines which court system handles different types of cases first, affecting legal strategy and access to justice.
People think original jurisdiction means the court can hear any case first. Original jurisdiction is limited to specific cases defined by the Constitution.
Original jurisdiction determines which court system handles different types of cases first, affecting legal strategy and access to justice.
People think original jurisdiction means the court can hear any case first. Original jurisdiction is limited to specific cases defined by the Constitution.