Constitutional Claim
/ˌkɒnstɪˈtjuːʃənəl kleɪm/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal assertion that a law, action, or government conduct violates a constitutional provision.
The plaintiff filed a constitutional claim arguing that the statute infringed on free speech rights.
Forms
- constitutional claim
- constitutional claims
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Commentary
Used to frame legal arguments challenging the constitutionality of laws or governmental actions; precision in citing the relevant constitutional provision is key.
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