Constitutional Jurisdiction
/ˌkɑːnstɪˈtjuːʃənəl dʒʊərɪsdɪkʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The authority of a court to interpret and apply a constitution, including reviewing laws and government actions for constitutionality.
The Supreme Court exercises constitutional jurisdiction when it strikes down laws that violate the constitution.
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- constitutional jurisdiction
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Commentary
Often conferred explicitly by a constitution or through statutory provisions, constitutional jurisdiction is foundational for upholding constitutional supremacy.
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