Oklahoma's State and Local Government

Question 12 • LHS Oklahoma History

Which of the following statements best describes the relationship and hierarchy between the Supreme Court of Oklahoma and the Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals?

Answer

The two courts are equal in Oklahoma but hear different types of cases.

The state supreme court is the highest court in Oklahoma and hears appeals from the court of criminal appeals.

The court of criminal appeals is the highest court in Oklahoma and hears appeals from the state supreme court.

Both courts are below the court of civil appeals, which hears appeals from both courts.

Explanation

Oklahoma has two courts of last resort: the Supreme Court handles civil matters, while the Court of Criminal Appeals handles criminal matters. Neither court is above the other, and they generally do not hear appeals from one another. Therefore, the best choice is “The two courts are equal in Oklahoma but hear different types of cases.”

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