Judicial Oversight
/ˈdʒuːdɪʃəl ˈoʊvərsaɪt/
Definitions
- (n.) The authority and process by which courts monitor and supervise actions of government bodies or officials to ensure legality and constitutionality.
Judicial oversight helps prevent abuses of power by ensuring laws are applied fairly.
Forms
- judicial oversight
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Commentary
Judicial oversight differs from judicial review in scope; it often includes ongoing monitoring, not only case-by-case adjudication.
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