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Understanding the Federal Courts -- Civil Cases http://www.uscourts.gov/understand02/content_6_1.h Source: United States Courts Explains what a civil case is and the process that a civil case goes through at the federal level. full description	What is a civil case? What processes are involved in civil cases? What is the difference between a civil case and a criminal case? What courts can a civil case be filed in?
Understanding the Federal Courts -- Jury Service http://www.uscourts.gov/understand02/content_6_3.h Source: United States Courts Explains the two types of juries used in federal cases as well as how the jury selection process works. Also gives a list of qualifications to be a federal juror as well as exemptions from federal jury service. full description	Are juries used in federal cases? How is a jury picked? How many members are on a jury? Do I have to serve jury duty? How can I get out of jury duty? How did I get picked for jury duty? What is the importance of a jury?
Work of the Courts http://www.lectlaw.com/files/jud01.htm Source: Lectric Law Library This website, which appears to be run by a private individual, provides a basic beginner's guide to the court system. full description	What is a civil case? What is a criminal case? What is jurisdiction? What does the court do to resolve a dispute that comes before it? What the various ways that a case may be resolved? How many court systems does the United States have? What is a common law court?
Understanding the Federal Courts -- Criminal Cases http://www.uscourts.gov/understand02/content_6_2.h Source: United States Courts This website explains criminal proceedings at the federal level and differentiates between civil and criminal cases. full description	What is a criminal case? What processes are involved in criminal cases? What is the difference between a civil case and a criminal case?
Understanding the Federal Courts -- The Appeals Process http://www.uscourts.gov/understand02/content_6_5.h Source: United States Courts This website offers a short yet comprehensive description of the federal appellate process. full description	What is appellate review? Who can file an appeal? Can I appeal my case? How do I appeal my case? What court do appeal my case to?