Court Observation Proceedings Description
Required to observe and watch Judge Mathis, People’s Court, Judge Judy proceeding and describes what’s going. should be 2-4 pages. In the paper, you MUST include the following information:
- Description of the proceedings: Date of proceeding, name of court, name of judge, name of attorneys, name of parties, summary of the facts of the case(s), legal and factual disputes, explanation of the proceedings – what happened during the proceedings on this day. Was there a result – jury verdict? Judge’s decision?
- Reaction to the proceedings: What was your reaction to this proceeding? Did you feel the result or decision served justice?
Explain
Explain the significant differences between the court cases of Marbury v. Madison (1803) and Fletcher v. Peck (1810). Which case asserts the Supreme Court’s power of judicial review and how does it differ from the other case? Explain your reasoning.
Research on Madrid 2004 Bombing
In March, 2004, commuter trains in Madrid, Spain were attacked, and terrorism was suspected. Research this incident and prepare a report that describes the following:
- Which group or groups were responsible for the attack? Describe how this was investigated.
- How did the group carry out the attack? Provide a detailed description of the attack.
- Why did the attackers choose this particular target? What did they hope to achieve?
- How did investigators identify the attackers? Was anyone punished for the attack?
Conclude your report by explaining whether the group achieved its goal.
Support your responses with examples.
Cite any sources in APA format.