The court system can be incredibly confusing for those who are not familiar with the procedures and protocols that govern it. This guide provides a helpful introduction to the court system in the United States and sets out some tips for understanding court proceedings. Court Procedures The United States court system is comprised of both federal and state courts. Each court has a set of rules and procedures, referred to as “court rules” that must be followed in order for the court to move forward with its proceedings. For example, in the State of New Jersey, the court rules are known as NJ Court Rules. It is important to familiarize…