What Is the Purpose of Submitting an Amicus Curiae Brief

question 5

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of submitting an amicus curiae brief?

• A) Amicus curiae briefs are usually written by former judges, giving them considerable weight with the federal court system.
• B) Amicus curiae briefs are written to show support for the lower court's ruling.
• C) Amicus curiae briefs allow interest groups and other organizations to convey their opinions to the Court.
• D) Amicus curiae briefs designate that the federal government has an interest in the outcome of the case.
• E) Amicus curiae briefs are often written anonymously and then leaked to the press in an effort to influence public opinion.

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