1. a. Cases and controversies/ advisory opinions-
The court only deals
with real controversies. They will not give a ruling if it is not a real case, nor will they give an opinion on a hypothetical matter.
b. Moot-
No longer an issue. Situation is already solved or no
longer exists.
c. Standing to Sue-
A person must be directly affected in order to
seek a remedy.
d. Ripe for Decision-
The court will not hear a case if it can still
be heard by a lower court.
e. Political Questions-
Court will not deal with situations it feels
is the duty of the other branches of government.
f. Rule of Four-
At least 4 justices must want to hear a case before
the court will agree to hear it.
g. Important Constitutional Question-
Court will not hear little
cases that are only of local importance. A case must have some important constitutional impact.