Question

Charles Schenck was a U.S. citizen and private in the Army. While in military training during World War I, Schenck printed and passed out leaflets explaining why he was against the draft (required military services). He was charged with violating the Espionage Act of 1917, a federal law outlawing any action obstructing military operations. Schenck believed the Espionage Act violated his right to free speech. In which court would this case be most likely be tried, and why?

A state court, because it involved violation of criminal law

The U.S. supreme court, because it involved constitutional law ***

A county civil court, because it involved violation of a civil liberty

A military tribunal, because the matter involved a member of the military

Answer 1

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

[AI-generated answer — Explain Bot]

The most likely court where the Schenck case would be tried is the U.S. Supreme Court because it involved constitutional law. The case revolves around the question of whether Charles Schenck's right to free speech was violated by the Espionage Act of 1917. This is a matter of interpreting the U.S. Constitution, specifically the First Amendment which guarantees freedom of speech. The U.S. Supreme Court is the highest court in the country and has the authority to hear cases involving constitutional issues.