This case requires students to know differences among various kinds of jurisdiction and to be able to identify when particular kinds of jurisdiction come into play. The focus is on the complexity of subject matter jurisdiction, requiring students to know exclusive federal jurisdiction, state jurisdiction, and concurrent federal jurisdiction.

When a case falls under concurrent federal jurisdiction, which courts can hear the case?

Multiple Choice

These cases can be heard in the federal district or circuit courts.

These cases can be heard in only the federal district courts.

The case can be heard in either the federal district court or the state county court.