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What power in the Constitution gives the federal government the authority to negotiate treaties with foreign nations?
enumerated powers
How did Marshall Court interpret the constitution in its rulings?
The principle of judicial review.
How does the U.S. court system fit into the structure of government?
The Supreme Court has the power to interpret the Constitution and other laws.
Did the supreme court agree with the Louisiana purchase?
Yes, the Supreme Court affirmed the legality and constitutionality of the Louisiana Purchase in the case of Livingston v. Moore (1805). The Court ruled that the executive branch had the authority to negotiate treaties, including land acquisitions, on behalf of the United States.
What does the term''jurisdiction''mean?
It is the 'area' inside of which an oficer of the law or other potentate has legal authority as vested upon him/her by the local government to enforce laws, ordinances, codes etc. In most, but not all, cases this includes the authority to detain and/or arrest (take into custody). The area in which one has authority. An A-ville police officer cannot make an arrest in B-ville for he is out of his jurisdiction. (He can, however, use the authority given to us all as citizens: Citizen's Arrest.)
Who interpret treaties?
The Supreme Court checks the President by interpreting treaties.
Who have final authority to interpret constitution of India?
Supreme Court
Which of the following does Congress not have the authority to do?
Interpret the Constitution in a court case
What authority is given to government agencies to interpret the constitution?
Interpretation is left up to the Supreme Court and other lower courts. Agencies have no authority to interpret the Constitution.
Who has the power to declare a law passed by Congress?
The Supreme Court has the authority to interpret the Constitution.
Is any state court decision primary authority?
No. "Primary Authority" would refer to the underlying law promulgated by the Legislative Branch which the Supreme Court would refer to and interpret.
Who has the power to declare a law passed by congress unconstitutional?
The Supreme Court has the authority to interpret the Constitution.
Who can interpret the Constitution?
Anyone can interpret the Constitution; however, the courts determine whether laws, executive orders, treaties and policies are in keeping with the principles of the Constitution, and have the ability to nullify and render unenforceable any that are not. The Supreme Court is the ultimate authority on Constitutional law.
Can all three branches of government interpret the constitution differently?
Absolutely. Even US Supreme Court justices disagree with each other's interpretation of the Constitution, which is why there are seldom unanimous votes.While the President and members of Congress may disagree with certain Supreme Court decisions, the justices are the final arbiters of the Constitution. The other branches of government must abide by the Court's opinions.
When does the US Supreme Court have final authority?
In any case involving the Constitution, acts of Congress, and treaties with other nations, as well as in disputes between the states.
What court can interpret the Constitution?
Any court can interpret the constitution, but the US Supreme Court is the final arbiter on constitutionality.
Who has the final authority to interpret the US Constitution?
The Judicial Branch of government is vested with the authority to interpret the Constitution and ensure that laws adhere to the spirit and letter of the Constitution. It is also responsible for determining how a laws are interpreted and applied.As the highest court in the nation, the US Supreme Courtis the ultimate authority on the interpretation of laws and the Constitution.However, through the system of checks and balances, the Supreme Court does not have the final say on what the Constitution is. The Congress, with the several States, has the authority to amend (change) the Constitution, thus potentially overturning a Supreme Court decision. This is a difficult and time-consuming thing to accomplish and so is not often done.
