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14 Q: Will anyone at the Court speak on camera or agree to be recorded for radio regarding a Court ­decision?

A: We follow the example of the Court. Sorry, the answer is "No."

Q: Does the Court have to act within certain time constraints when considering an application?

A: There is no law or rule requiring the Court to act by a time certain, but as a practical matter, an application by definition implies a deadline of some sort.

Q: Will there always be something in writing re­leased when a Justice or the Court acts on an ­application?

A: When a Justice denies an application, there is usually nothing in writing. When a Justice grants an application, or if the full Court acts on an application, there is usually at least an order setting out the terms of the action, and sometimes there will be separate statements or opinions.

'''Q: How many petitions for writ of certiorari are filed with the Court each term? How many are­ granted full review? How long does a party have to file a petition with the Court?'''

A: The Court receives approximately 5,000-6,000 petitions for a writ of certiorari each Term. The Court grants and hears oral argument in about 60-70 cases. A petition seeking review of the final judgment by the court of last resort below must be filed within 90 days