Mitchell is a judge in a court that hears all types of cases. Over the past month, he has presided over cases involving murder, identity theft, arson, and vandalism. What type of jurisdiction does this scenario describe?

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This scenario describes general jurisdiction. Courts of general jurisdiction hear all types of cases; those of limited jurisdiction hear only specific types of cases.

Mitchell Is a Judge in a Court That Hears All