About Federal Courts

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• About Federal Courts

  The U.S. Courts were created under Article III of the Constitution to administer justice fairly.

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• Court Programs

  Learn about federal court programs and services to help provide fair and impartial justice.

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• Administration & Policies

  Administration and governance of the Judicial occurs at both a national and regional level.

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• Data & News

  This section provides statistical data and news on the business of the federal Judiciary.

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• Forms & Rules

  Link to the national federal rules of practice and procedures, and forms in effect.

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• Court Records

  Learn how to file and access case files and court records information.