1. Identify the powers of the judicial branch
Objective 5.1
Identify the powers of the judicial branch

2. To make the final decision on what a law really means
interpret laws
To make the final decision on what a law
really means
(written by Congress)(executive action)

3. Hold a meeting to decide the answer to a question
Conduct trials
Hold a meeting to decide the answer to a question

4. Protect rights of citizens brought before court
While the question is being debated, the court guarantees that the citizen keeps his rights

5. Protect rights of citizens brought before court
Example:
Can the police keep you in jail for 15 years while you wait for the court?

6. Rule on Constitutional questions
Decide what the words of the Constitution really mean. Does the law fit into the Constitution?