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What Are Legislative Courts?<\/h1>\n
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\n By Madison Hess, J.D.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Edward Maggio, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last reviewed\n
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Constitutional courts have broad judicial powers and judges with lifetime appointments, while legislative courts handle specialized legal areas with judges serving fixed terms as determined by Congress. This system of courts was designed to allow for efficient and accurate court decisions. <\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n\n

The United States judicial system is a multifaceted web of courts. The Supreme Court stands at the apex of this hierarchy, holding the position of the highest court in the nation. Subordinate to it are the various state and federal courts, each with their own trial and appellate divisions.<\/p>\r\n

Federal courts handle cases involving federal laws and constitutional issues, while state courts address matters related to state laws and disputes. There are two categories of federal courts: Article III courts (Constitutional courts) and Article I courts (legislative courts).<\/p>\r\n

Article III Courts (Constitutional Courts)<\/b><\/h2>\r\n

Constitutional courts are established under Article III<\/a> of the Constitution. Article III addresses the judicial branch of the federal government. Judges in these courts have life tenure. This means such judges serve "during good behavior" and cannot have their salaries reduced while in office. Examples of Article III courts include:<\/p>\r\n