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No, technically a court can only "interpret" the laws set forth by the legislature. However, some "activist" courts have taken it upon themselves to give a whole new meaning to the law, effectively enacting one that the legislature never intended.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 14y agoNo, the supreme court does not propose laws. The main function of the supreme court is to review congressional laws and executive (presidential) actions for their compliance with the constitution of the us. The supreme court reviews the actions of the legislative and executive branch of government. They do not propose any laws.
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∙ 7y agoYes and no.
Formal, written laws are made by Congress or by state legislatures, and are called enacted laws. The US Supreme Court is not a legislative (law-making) body, but its decisions carry the rule of law. Judicial decisions may become common law, (or case law) which is enforceable, but different from the enacted laws created by the Senate and House of Representatives.
Congress and the state legislatures may choose to codify common law, or transform it into enacted law, by passing legislation. The courts do not participate in this type of law-making.
It is important to remember not all judicial decisions create common law; most simply interpret or apply existing laws.
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∙ 12y agoLastly, the Executive branch is responsible for enforcing and "approving" the laws.
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∙ 13y agoOnly indirectly is the Supreme Court a help in making laws. If the Supreme Court declares a law to be unconstitutional and therefore invalid, it explains why it made that ruling. Congress then may try to rewrite the law and remove the objectionable parts. (The Supreme Court does not give opinions on proposed legislation. )
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∙ 13y agoNo. US Supreme Court justices are part of the Judicial Branch; Congress is part of the Legislative Branch. The Supreme Court does not play a role in writing bills or passing laws.
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What is the last name of the woman in the Supreme Court named Sonia?
Sonia Sotomeyer is the most recent supreme court justice nominated by the president and confirmed by congress.
Who is the highest judge of the US Supreme Court?
The Chief Justice presides over the US Supreme Court. At present, the Chief Justice of the US Supreme Court is John G. Roberts, Jr.
Who is the head of the judicial branch?
The Supreme Court of the United States, as an institution, is head of the Judicial branch of government. The Chief Justice of the United States (colloquially known as Chief Justice of the Supreme Court) leads during his tenure.The current Chief Justice is John G. Roberts, Jr., who has lead the Court since 2005.The judicial branch of the government is headed by Congress.
Which statement most accurately describes the roles of Congress and the Supreme Court in shaping federal laws?
The president sets a policy for enforcing the law, but the Supreme Court can void the policy if it violates the Constitution. -Apex
When John Marshall was Chief Justice the supreme courts interpretations of the constitution gave power to the?
Supreme Court to declare acts of Congress and state laws unconstitutional
Who has the ability to determine the number of justice on the Supreme Court?
congress
Are The president's power to appoint supreme court justices is checked by?
The President submits his choice to be a Supreme Court Justice for approval to the Congress. If the Congress does not vote for approval, (and there have been times when they voted against the President's choices), the person does not become a Supreme Court Justice and the President has to select someone else and have that person voted for by the Congress.
What can the US Supreme Court and Congress do if the President nominates a Supreme Court Justice?
The President has the sole power to nominate a candidate for a position as a US Supreme Court Justice. The candidate is examined by the Senate and, if approved, his or her appointment is made for life.
How much does the supreme court gets paid?
They get paid over300.000 dollars a year I know because my moms a judge
How long may a supreme court justice filibuster?
they don't filibuster, that's congress
Can a supreme court justice be replaced?
As written in the U.S. Constitution, the supreme court justice is appointed for life and can not be replaced. A supreme court justice can retire or die while in office. (S)he can also be impeached by congress for various forms of gross misconduct and be forced to step down.
Who group within the Federal Government has the authority to limit the president's inherent powers?
The Supreme Court
When john marshall was chief justice the supreme court interpretation of the constitution gave power to?
Supreme Court to declare acts of Congress and state laws unconstitutional
What is the last name of the woman in the Supreme Court named Sonia?
Sonia Sotomeyer is the most recent supreme court justice nominated by the president and confirmed by congress.
What was significant effect of Supreme Court decision under Chief Justice John Marshall?
The decisions of the Marshall Court established the Supreme Court as a branch of government equal to Congress and the Presidency.
In the Federal Court system who has the authority to remove a Supreme Court justice from office?
No one within the federal judiciary has authority to remove a Supreme Court justice from office. The Constitution vested Congress with the power of impeachment, which is the only way a Supreme Court justice may be forcibly removed. For more information, see Related Questions, below.
What is an Associate Justice on the US Supreme Court?
Associate Justice is the formal title for any US Supreme Court justice who is not the Chief Justice. There are eight Associate Justices and one Chief Justice on the Supreme Court.
