Government Glossary

Article III Court

Article III Court is a federal court whose judges receive life tenure and salary protection under Article III of the Constitution.

Plain-English Meaning

In the Guide to Government, this term belongs to federal court structure. It helps visitors distinguish constitutional courts from other tribunals or specialized federal adjudication systems.

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