Tag: jurisdiction

  • Constitutional Sources

    Constitutional Sources (Jurisdictional Sources) This section introduces, discusses and describes the basics of constitutional sources. Then, cross references and a brief overview about Jurisdictional Sources is provided. Finally, the subject of Jurisdiction in relation with constitutional […]

  • District Courts; Jurisdiction

    In Legislation District Courts; Jurisdiction in the U.S. Code: Title 28, Part IV, Chapter 85 The current, permanent, in-force federal laws regulating district courts; jurisdiction are compiled in the United States Code under Title 28, Part IV, Chapter 85. It constitutes "prima […]

  • In Rem Actions

    In Rem Actions (Attachment ) This section introduces, discusses and describes the basics of in rem actions. Then, cross references and a brief overview about Attachment is provided. Finally, the subject of Procedure in relation with in rem actions is examined. Note that a list of cross […]

  • In Rem Actions

    In Rem Actions (Attachment ) This section introduces, discusses and describes the basics of in rem actions. Then, cross references and a brief overview about Attachment is provided. Finally, the subject of Procedure in relation with in rem actions is examined. Note that a list of cross […]

  • Citizenship

    Citizenship in the United States Definition of Citizenship Citizenship means membership in a political community. Citizenship may pertain either to a state or to the United States or to both. Each status carries with it certain obligations of the citizen and also gives the citizen the […]

  • Citizenship

    Citizenship in the United States Definition of Citizenship Citizenship means membership in a political community. Citizenship may pertain either to a state or to the United States or to both. Each status carries with it certain obligations of the citizen and also gives the citizen the […]

  • United States Institute of Peace

    The United States Institute of Peace promotes research, policy analysis, education, and training on international peace and conflict resolution. The United States Institute of Peace (USIP) is an independent institution, established by Congress pursuant to title XVII of the Defense […]

  • Jurisdiction

    Jurisdiction in the United States The power of a court to act, including its authority to hear and decide cases. Jurisdiction defines the boundaries within which a particular court may exercise judicial power. Judicial power is specifically conveyed through the assignment of jurisdiction. The […]

  • Jurisdiction

    Jurisdiction in the United States The power of a court to act, including its authority to hear and decide cases. Jurisdiction defines the boundaries within which a particular court may exercise judicial power. Judicial power is specifically conveyed through the assignment of jurisdiction. The […]

  • Jurisdictional Sources

    Jurisdictional Sources (Jurisdiction) This section introduces, discusses and describes the basics of jurisdictional sources. Then, cross references and a brief overview about Jurisdiction is provided. Finally, the subject of Civil Procedure in relation with jurisdictional sources is examined. […]

  • Jurisdictional Sources

    Jurisdictional Sources (Jurisdiction) This section introduces, discusses and describes the basics of jurisdictional sources. Then, cross references and a brief overview about Jurisdiction is provided. Finally, the subject of Civil Procedure in relation with jurisdictional sources is examined. […]

  • Jurisdictional Immunities of Foreign States

    In Legislation Jurisdictional Immunities of Foreign States in the U.S. Code: Title 28, Part IV, Chapter 97 The current, permanent, in-force federal laws regulating jurisdictional immunities of foreign states are compiled in the United States Code under Title 28, Part IV, Chapter 97. It […]

  • Jurisdictional Immunities of Foreign States

    In Legislation Jurisdictional Immunities of Foreign States in the U.S. Code: Title 28, Part IV, Chapter 97 The current, permanent, in-force federal laws regulating jurisdictional immunities of foreign states are compiled in the United States Code under Title 28, Part IV, Chapter 97. It […]

  • Amount in Controversy

    Amount in Controversy in the United States Amount in Controversy in Federal Practice and Procedure This section provides comprehensive coverage of the main aspects of amount in controversy in relation to federal procedure, including an analysis of the rules as interpreted and applied by the […]

  • Repealed

    In Legislation Repealed in the U.S. Code: Title 10, Subtitle D, Part II, Chapter 837 The current, permanent, in-force federal laws regulating repealed are compiled in the United States Code under Title 10, Subtitle D, Part II, Chapter 837. It constitutes "prima facie" evidence of […]