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Where are the federal district courts located?

Three territories of the United States — the Virgin Islands, Guam, and the Northern Mariana Islands — have district courts that hear federal cases, including bankruptcy cases.

How many federal district courts are there in the United States?

There are 94 district courts, 13 circuit courts, and one Supreme Court throughout the country. Courts in the federal system work differently in many ways than state courts. The primary difference for civil cases (as opposed to criminal cases) is the types of cases that can be heard in the federal system.

What is the purpose of a federal district court?

A Federal District Court is a court of law, equity, and admiralty where civil and criminal cases are heard. Each federal district also has a bankruptcy unit, as district courts have exclusive jurisdiction over bankruptcy cases.

What is the difference between a district court and a bankruptcy court?

U.S. District Courts - These courts, known as the trial courts, resolve disputes by determining the facts and applying legal principles to decide who is right. Learn more about district courts . U.S. Bankruptcy Courts - These courts handle all bankruptcy matters.