Matthew Collins was a U. S. citizen during World War I. He printed and passed out fliers explaining why he was against the draft (required military service). He was charged with violating the Espionage Act of 1917. This is a federal law that outlaws actions that interfere with military operations. Collins believed the Espionage Act violated his right to free speech. In which court might this case be heard, and why?
A state court, due to violation of the state's criminal law
The U. S. Supreme Court, due to suspected violation of a constitutional law
A county civil court, due to suspected violation of a civil liberty
A military tribunal, due to violation of the rights of a prospective military draftee
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