Guide to the Federal Courts

The U.S. Courts have created a useful guide entitled, A Journalist’s Guide to the Federal Courts.
Although the guide is intended for journalists covering a federal trial court or appellate court, its usefulness extends to a wider audience.

Welcome!

Introduction

Federal District Courts
• Key Players
• Types and Sources of Court Information
• A Criminal Case
• The Trial
• A Civil Case

Bankruptcy Courts

Federal Appellate Courts
• The Appeals Process
• Key Players
• Types and Sources of Court Information

Glossary