Judicial Branch

This body of government challenges the laws that are passed and encounters cases that challenge the laws as well.  This is the federal court system.  There are District Courts, Appeals Courts, and the Supreme Court.  The sources of American law is the constitution, then case law, the Supreme Court interprets what the constitution and other laws mean.

 The Four types of Law

Common Law

Common law is a law based on common sense or tradition.

 Statutory Law

Statutory law is a law passed by a lawmaking body.

Constitutional Law

Constitutional law is a law based on the constitution.

Administrative Law

Administrative law is a law made by a government agency.