Which of the Following Is a Component of the Courts

question 83

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a component of the courts of general jurisdiction?

• A)a judge sitting alone presides over and decides every case
• B)cases may be decided by a special subject-matter court
• C)the majority of the cases involve minor criminal charges
• D)justices of the peace are included in these courts

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Definitions:

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