After reading the assigned material, prepare a chapter wrap up that includes the subjects below. Your wrap up should be 2-3 pages. (550+ words) Type you response in the text box below or prepare your response with your word processor and copy and paste to the box below. Do not submit by printed document or by email.

1) The topic of state's rights versus federalism has been a controversial topic since the founding of this nation. Discuss the history of this topic as it relates to state and federal courts. What is your position on this topic? Be sure to explain your position.

 2) Compare and contrast appellate and trial courts.

 3) List and describe the four steps of the U.S. criminal judiciary in ascending order.

 4) Compare and contrast the types of crimes and caseloads handled by state and federal courts.

 5) Explain how military courts differ from federal criminal courts.