The search tool is set to search cases by default, but it can also search cases, courts, jurisdictions, and reporters. To search for something else, use the dropdown menu to the right of the word 'Find.'
offers cases from the U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Circuit Courts of Appeal, and U.S. District Courts. Additionally, you may find links to many state supreme court and intermediate court of appeal cases. To locate a case of interest, enter a keyword into the search box and use the drop-down menu to choose a jurisdiction, or simply click on a hyperlinked jurisdiction, choose a court and date, and then browse through a list of cases.
Evaluating sources
Some guidelines to help evaluate your research materials for accuracy and usefulness
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