Federal Question Jurisdiction
Federal Question Jurisdiction refers to the authority of federal courts to hear cases that involve issues arising under the U.S. Constitution, federal laws, or treaties. This type of jurisdiction allows federal courts to address legal questions that are significant to the interpretation of federal statutes or constitutional rights.
To establish Federal Question Jurisdiction, the plaintiff's complaint must present a claim that directly involves a federal issue. This means that the case must arise from a federal law or constitutional provision, rather than solely from state law. If the criteria are met, the case can be heard in a federal court rather than a state court.