Constitutional Litigation
/ˌkɒnstɪˈtjuːʃənl ˈlɪtɪɡeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal process of challenging or defending laws, governmental actions, or statutes on the grounds that they violate constitutional provisions.
The attorney specializes in constitutional litigation to protect civil rights.
Forms
- constitutional litigation
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Commentary
Typically involves claims brought before constitutional courts or higher judicial bodies to enforce constitutional norms.
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