What Is an Amicus Curiae Brief

question 105

Multiple Choice

What is an amicus curiae brief?

• A) a written argument submitted to a court in support of one side of a case
• B) a petition to remove a judge from a court case
• C) a petition submitted to Congress in support of or opposition to a judicial nominee
• D) a petition submitted to an executive branch agency, requesting a review of the agency's decision
• E) an internal memo circulated among interest group leaders, briefing them on the details of a court case

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Definitions:

Ethics Centre

A resource and meeting place that promotes ethical behavior and decision-making within an organization or community.

Ethical Mindfulness

The practice of being consciously aware of the ethical implications and consequences of our actions in everyday life.

Largely Negative

A term describing predominately negative outcomes, perceptions, or attitudes.

Unethically

Acting in a manner that is morally wrong or not in alignment with accepted standards of behavior.