Explain why we have so many different court jurisdictions for criminal offenses.

Write an essay of 750-1,000 words in which you:

Address federal and state jurisdiction in criminal cases.
Explain why we have so many different court jurisdictions for criminal offenses.
Explain whether the plethora of jurisdictions enhance or detract from the imposition of justice throughout the country. Provide your reasoning.
Use the GCU Library to locate three to five relevant, scholarly sources in support of your content.

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