There are no official qualifications to be on the Supreme Court. The U.S. Constitution does not specify any particular qualifications such as age, citizenship, or education for Supreme Court Justices. Instead, the President nominates Justices, and they must be confirmed by the Senate.
What are the official qualifications for becoming a Supreme Court Justice?
Must be 25 years old or more, and be active in one of the two major political parties.
There are no official qualifications to be on the Supreme Court.
Must be at least 18 years old, a citizen of the U.S., and have a law degree from an accredited school.
Must be a minimum of 40 years old, and have served as a judge on a lower court for 5 years.
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