How many total opinions did the U.S. Supreme Court release in the 2024-2025 term?

The U.S. Supreme Court concluded its 2024-2025 term having released approximately 66 total opinions. This figure represents the Court's formal decisions in cases it has heard, often after oral arguments, and includes majority, concurring, and dissenting opinions that lay out the justices' legal reasoning. The number of opinions issued each term can fluctuate, but 66 falls within the typical range for the nation's highest court.

Each year, the Supreme Court receives thousands of petitions asking it to review cases, often numbering between 7,000 and 8,000. However, the Court exercises significant discretion in choosing which cases to hear, typically granting a writ of certiorari for only about 65 to 85 cases per term. The "Rule of Four" dictates that at least four of the nine justices must