Think critically: what is YOUR analysis of the correlation of the two?
Review the types of courts in the state of Texas and the judges that preside over them. Take two examples and thoroughly evaluate the types of cases they hear; and in particular what are the qualifications of the judge(s) who reside over that type of court. I do not want only a list of the cases, I want you to critically think about the crimes being brought to the court and the judicial authority presiding over them.
Think critically: what is YOUR analysis of the correlation of the two? Some examples to think about might be; how the judge is selected; what is their education; what oversight do judges have; do the crimes being processed in that court match the level of the judicial authority?
2. Paragraph answer: Four thorough sentences in paragraph form for full points.
– Describe the governing body of EACH Texas county (all counties are the same) and how do they get these positions.
3. Paragraph Answer: Four thorough sentences.
– Explain the roles played by Special Districts; what makes them different than city or county government?
4. Paragraph Question: Four thorough sentences for full points.
– What are the steps involved in Texas Civil Court processes?
5. Paragraph Question Four thorough sentences minimum for full points.
– Explain and describe the sources and hierarchy of Texas law within the court systems.
6. Essay Question – Review and prepare. For post test needs 3 paragraphs, cited source and analysis for full points. REMEMBER this is TEXAS government; you are looking up your state officials (not U.S.). Hubbard, Texas Hill County
– What Texas State Senate District do you live in? (District 22) Who is your State Senator? (Lt. Col. (RET.) Brian Birdwell)
– Which Texas House district do you live in? Who is your State House representative?
– Identify what committee’s they are appointed to; what bills did they sponsor or support; were these bills passed? Does this information correlate with their expertise/background?
– Again end with paragraph analyzing your research; think critically.
– You will be surprised at the types of bills which are presented. I would recommend using the state websites.
7. Paragraph answer: Four thorough sentences for full points.
– What is the difference between a state bureaucratic agency or commission and an interest group? Give examples and be specific on the difference.
8. Essay Question: A minimum of 3 thorough paragraphs with cited sources for full points.
– Describe and evaluate the differences between city and county governments. Analyze the strengths and weaknesses of both and how these structures work with state government.
– Do you believe that city and county governments should have less or more power? Support your argument. For example a county that bans something through an election and the state negates that decision.
9. Paragraph Answer: Four thorough sentences minimum for full points.
– In your own words what are some pros and cons of partisan elections for judges in Texas?
