What are the main components of the Florida judicial system?

• A. Federal courts only.
• B. Only the Florida Supreme Court.
• C. A single statewide court.
• D. Trial courts, district courts of appeal, and the Florida Supreme Court, plus specialty courts.

Answer: (D)

Florida's judiciary is organized in multiple levels. Trial courts, including county and circuit courts, handle civil and criminal cases and family matters. If a party believes a trial court made a legal error, the case can be reviewed by the district courts of appeal, which look for errors in how the law was applied. The Florida Supreme Court is the highest authority in the state and settles important legal questions and interprets the Florida Constitution. In addition, there are specialty courts that address particular areas of law, such as tax disputes or juvenile matters, providing specialized procedures. This combination—trial courts, appellate courts, the highest court, and specialty courts—captures the main components of Florida's judicial system. The other options miss essential parts (federal courts for a state system; only the Supreme Court; or a single statewide court).