Fixed Terms

Definition

Fixed terms refer to a specific time period during which someone holds a particular position. In relation to Supreme Court Justices, this would mean having a predetermined length of service before stepping down or seeking reappointment.

Related terms

Staggered Terms: A system where not all justices' terms expire at the same time, allowing for continuity on the court.

Reappointment: The process of being nominated and confirmed for another term as a Supreme Court Justice.

Term Limits: Restrictions on the number of terms or years someone can hold a particular position.