Constitutional Adjudication
/ˌkɒnstɪˈtjuːʃənəl ˌædʒʊdɪˈkeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The judicial process by which courts interpret and apply constitutional law, resolving disputes involving the constitutionality of legislative and executive actions.
The Supreme Court's constitutional adjudication ensured that the new law did not violate fundamental rights.
Forms
- constitutional adjudication
- constitutional adjudications
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Commentary
This term specifically refers to courts' role in enforcing constitutional norms, often involving striking down laws or government actions deemed unconstitutional.
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