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Subject Matter Jurisdiction
The authority of a court to hear cases of a particular type or cases relating to a specific subject matter.
Diversity Jurisdiction
Jurisdiction granted to federal courts in cases involving citizens of different states or a foreign country, where the amount in controversy exceeds
Limited Jurisdiction
Courts that are limited in the types of criminal and civil cases they may hear (e.g., bankruptcy, family or traffic courts).
Federal Question Jurisdiction
Jurisdiction given to federal courts in cases involving the interpretation and application of the U.S. Constitution, federal laws, or treaties.
Removal Jurisdiction
The right of a defendant to transfer a case from state court to federal court when the case could have originated in federal court.
Supplemental Jurisdiction
Allows a federal court to hear additional claims that are related to the original jurisdiction if they form part of the same case or controversy.
General Jurisdiction
Courts that have authority to hear a wide range of cases, including civil and criminal matters, and are not restricted to a specific type of case.
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