Fixed Terms
Definition
Fixed terms refer to a specific time period during which someone holds a particular position. In relation to Supreme Court Justices, this would mean having a predetermined length of service before stepping down or seeking reappointment.
Analogy
Think of fixed terms like a rental agreement for an apartment. You have a set period of time, maybe one year or more, where you can live there before deciding whether to renew your lease or move out. Similarly, fixed terms would give Supreme Court Justices a specific length of time in office before reassessing their position.
Related terms
Staggered Terms: A system where not all justices' terms expire at the same time, allowing for continuity on the court.
Reappointment: The process of being nominated and confirmed for another term as a Supreme Court Justice.
Term Limits: Restrictions on the number of terms or years someone can hold a particular position.
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