Original jurisdiction-case appears first, i.e., state vs. state or cases involving ambassadors. Appellate jurisdiction also involves citizens versus U.S. or vs. foreign countries. Appellate jurisdiction also involves maritime cases. Hears cases appealed from State courts where rights of U.S. Appellate Constitution were denied. Levying war against the U.S. and giving aid and comfort to the enemy.
Conviction is based on two witnesses to the same act or upon confession in open court.
Fugitives must be returned through extradition process. States are guaranteed a republican form of government. Protection from invasion and domestic revolution. New States admitted by Congress which governs the territories. Federal Government assumed debts under the Articles of Confederation.