Which of the Following Would Not Be a Circumstance in Which

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would not be a circumstance in which a case would originate in the federal courts?

• A) The lawsuit requires interpretation of the U.S. Constitution.
• B) The lawsuit or action requires application or interpretation of federal law or treaty.
• C) The federal government is suing or prosecuting someone or is itself being sued.
• D) The lawsuit is between two citizens of different states.
• E) The lawsuit or case involves a violation of a state's civil process.