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Learning How Our Court System Works - Our Civic Duty

  • By Website Editor
  • 31 Jul, 2018

Understanding our rights and responsibilities as U.S. citizens

As citizens of the United States, it is our civic duty to understand how our court system works. This knowledge can help us become informed citizens and active participants in our own justice system. By understanding the basics of the court system, we can better understand the importance of exercising our rights as citizens. Let's take a look at some of the most important aspects of the court system and why it’s vital for all citizens to understand how it works.

The Basics of Our Court System 

At its core, our court system is designed to ensure that justice is served by providing fair trials for those accused of crimes. The American court system consists of two different types of courts- federal courts and state courts. Federal courts are responsible for hearing cases involving violations of federal laws or disputes between two or more states, while state courts handle cases involving violations of state laws or disputes between two or more people from within the same state.

The Role Of A Jury 

In addition to having an understanding of the structure and types of courts, it’s also important to know about one key component in many trials - juries. Juries play an invaluable role in ensuring that justice is served by serving as a neutral third party in a trial and making sure that both sides are heard before reaching a verdict on whether someone is guilty or innocent. Furthermore, juries provide valuable insight into public opinion on certain matters- opinions which may not have been considered had there not been a jury present.

Why Understanding The Court System Is Important 

Understanding how our court system works can help us better understand why certain laws exist and uphold them with respect, as well as become more involved in the legal process if necessary. Additionally, understanding how our court system works will help us make informed decisions when voting for new judges for state and federal courts and ensure that only qualified individuals are elected to positions where they will be responsible for making decisions about other people’s lives. Furthermore, by learning about our court system we can better prepare ourselves if ever faced with any legal issues that may arise during life’s journey- such as filing for divorce or appearing in traffic court after receiving a citation for a minor infraction like speeding.


Whether you’re interested in becoming an attorney or just want to brush up on your knowledge about the American justice system- it’s vital that all citizens have at least some basic understanding about how our court system works so you can participate fully as an engaged citizen should situations arise where you need to interact with it directly or indirectly. Understanding this information will also help you make informed decisions when voting for new judges who will be responsible for ensuring justice is served fairly across all levels within America’s complex judicial network. Therefore, it's crucial that we take time out to learn something new and gain an appreciation for what makes this country great - its dedication to upholding fairness through its intricate judicial systems!

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