An oil barge belonging to the State of Alabama has a massive oil leak in the Gulf of Mexico. The leaked oil damages the beautiful beaches of Destin, Panama City, and Ft. Walton. The oil also endangers the shrimp and crab industry of Florida. The State of Florida sues the State of Alabama. Which court has jurisdiction over the case?

Question

An oil barge belonging to the State of Alabama has a massive oil leak in the Gulf of Mexico. The leaked oil damages the beautiful beaches of Destin, Panama City, and Ft. Walton. The oil also endangers the shrimp and crab industry of Florida. The State of Florida sues the State of Alabama. Which court has jurisdiction over the case?
A. U.S. Supreme Court
B. Florida Supreme Court
C. U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit
D. U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida

GPT 3.5 · Answer

D. U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida would likely have jurisdiction over the case since it involves a dispute between two states and the damages occurred within the jurisdiction of the court.