Question

Which statements correctly describe the Arizona Supreme Court? Check all that apply.

1) The justices are elected by the voting public.

2) The justices are appointed by the governor.

3) The Arizona Supreme Court is made up of five justices.

4) The Arizona Supreme Court interprets Arizona’s laws.

5) The justices serve for life or until they retire.

6) The Arizona Supreme Court is the highest law in the state.

7) The justices serve for a limited term of six years.

Answer 1

The correct answers are 2, 3, 4 and 7.

Step-by-step explanation:

The Arizona Supreme Court is the highest court in the legal system of the state of Arizona. It consists of five judges appointed by the Governor of Arizona from among the candidates proposed by a commission composed of representatives of both major political parties. Judges must then obtain the approval of all state citizens expressed in a referendum. The first referendum on a given judge should take place two years after his appointment, and then every six years. The term of office of a judge expires when he reaches the age of 70 or as a result of a negative referendum on his case.