AAERT Certified Electronic Reporter (CER) Practice Test

What type of court includes the United States Tax Court?

1. State Court

2. Circuit Court

3. Federal Court

4. Municipal Court

The correct answer is: Federal Court

The correct answer is federal court because the United States Tax Court is a specialized court that specifically handles disputes between taxpayers and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regarding federal tax issues. Federal courts have jurisdiction over cases involving federal laws, and the Tax Court is established under federal law to resolve tax-related disputes without the necessity of paying the disputed tax before appealing in court. State courts, on the other hand, primarily address issues within state jurisdiction and laws. Circuit courts can refer to different types of courts depending on the state, but they do not have the specific focus on federal tax law. Municipal courts typically handle local ordinances and minor offenses, further distinguishing their scope from that of federal courts. Therefore, the specialized nature of the United States Tax Court as a federal entity is why it falls within the category of federal court.