Judiciary Overview and Supreme Court Powers

The role of the Judicial Branch is to interpret and apply the laws of the land in cases of disputes. This includes settling actual controversies.

False (B)

<p>The President (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To be a member of the Supreme Court, one must be a natural-born Filipino citizen, at least 40 years old, have been a judge of a lower court or engaged in the practice of law for at least 15 years, and be proven to be competent, have integrity, probity, and independence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Until they reach the age of 70, or as long as they maintain good behavior, whichever comes first. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Judicial review is the power of the Supreme Court to interpret the Constitution and declare treaties invalid if they are found to be unconstitutional.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Original jurisdiction (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cases regarding marriage and family disputes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>MTC (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The power to interpret and apply laws in legal disputes, held by the Supreme Court and lower courts.

The highest court in the Philippines, with 15 justices.

Judges are chosen by the President from recommendations made by the Judicial and Bar Council (JBC).

The power of the Supreme Court to interpret the constitution and declare treaties valid or invalid.

The power of the Supreme Court to hear cases involving ambassadors or specific legal issues.

Final court in the judicial system for reviews of lower court decisions.

The Supreme Court reviews all death penalty and life imprisonment cases.

Lower courts responsible for trying cases and hearing appeals from lower courts.

The lowest court type, dealing with cases within a single municipality.

Cases question constitutionality, legality of taxes, or involve jurisdiction issues.

Consisting of a Chief Justice and 14 Associate Justices.

Handles appeals from Regional Trial Courts.

Handles tax cases appealed by private citizens.

Anti-graft court handling cases against government officials.

Investigates cases of graft and corruption by government employees.

Screens and recommends judicial appointments to the President.

Addresses conflicts in the Muslim community.

Qualifications include natural-born citizen, at least 40 years old, and experience in law.