The question, is the Judicial branch truly equal to the other two branches? My answer to this question is, can any two things truly be a hundred percent equal? I say no these branches are not completely equal. They were created as close to equal as they could be. But, they are meant to be different but similar in a way. Each branch has its different roles and powers. The Judicial branch and the other two branches are not equal cause each branch has different responsibilities. Also because of their many different qualifications and powers. In the Judicial branch those serving on the supreme court have the opportunity to serve for life(Judicial branch packet). The other two branches have a limit on how long they can serve. The Judicial branch is the only branch that has a life term, unless their impeached, or they retire. Judges are also free from executive control(United States Government Page 72 written by Luis Ricardo Fraga). All branches have specific requirements to be a member, except the judicial branch. In the Judicial branch there are no specific requirements. The main point of the Supreme Court is to decide on cases that may differ from the U.S. Constitution. Once the Supreme Court has made a …show more content…
To exercise the power of judicial Review. By doing this they determine if the laws that are passed by congress are allowable by the constitution. The Supreme court also decides if the treaties negotiated by the president and approved by the senate are accepted by the constitution. They also watch and determine if actions made by the president in enforcing the law are allowed by the constitution. Another thing is they decide if laws passed by states are allowable by the constitution(wrote by Joshua Delorenzo.). they protect individuals rights granted by the state constitution. They Punishing violators of the law. The Supreme Court of Appeals is the highest court and supervises the lower