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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 Courthas the "final say" on the interpretation of laws and the Constitution.
(in the US) The Chief Executive. For a federal law, that would be The President who signs it into law. If referring to a state - it would be The Governor of the state.
In the event that the President (or Governor) vetoes the bill, it can still be passed into law by a vote of 2/3 majority of the Legislative body, which would have the effect of passing it into law despite the Chief Executive's veto.
In a courtroom, during the process of a trial, the Judge is the final arbiter on the conduct of the trial and the law. The Jury has the responsibility of reaching a verdict (as directed by the Judge).
Once a trial is over, higher, appellant courts can review the trial and if need be can alter the outcome.
Taken in full scope, We the People have the final authority in all government actions. We decide to indict or convict, and have the power to overthrow the government by vote or by a gun if we believe that a vote will fail.
The Supreme Court of the United States (aka US Supreme Court), head of the Judicial Branch, has the final authority to decide if a law is constitutional.
I think it is the Queen of England. I think she has the final say in every law in England. Just like in the US, She can veto suggested laws.
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What principle allows the US Supreme Court the final word in interpreting the Constitution?
The implied power of judicial review.
Which government brach has the final say on what the US constitution means?
That would be the Judicial Branch.
What governmental body is responsible for interpreting the Constitution?
The federal courts of the Judicial Branch are responsible for interpreting the US Constitution. The Supreme Court of the United States (also commonly called the US Supreme Court), head of the Judicial branch of government, is the highest authority on constitutional interpretation.A. Supreme Court
What was the final section of the constitution?
The final section of the US Constitution is the Twenty-seventh Amendment. It prohibits a pay increase or decrease for Congress until the start of the next term.
What court declares the final word on the constitutionality of a state law?
The [State] Supreme Court (or its equivalent) has final authority unless the question being addressed in the state constitution conflicts with the US Constitution, in which case the US Supreme Court has final authority.
What principle allows the US Supreme Court the final word in interpreting the Constitution?
The implied power of judicial review.
What is the US Supreme Court's relationship to the Constitution?
In a sense, they are the guardians of the Constitution. Each justice takes two oaths of office swearing to uphold its principles. They are also the final authority on interpreting the meaning of the Constitution.
Which government brach has the final say on what the US constitution means?
That would be the Judicial Branch.
Questions about interpreting the constitution are finally settled by what court?
The Supreme Court settles questions about interpretation of the US Constitution.
Final interpreters of the constitution?
According to the US Constitution itself, the United States Supreme Court is the final interpreter of the Constitution. The Court's decisions are final and are seldom changed.
Who interprets the us constitution according to the intentions of its framers and defer to the views of congress when interpreting the federal statutes?
The US Supreme Court
When was the constitution singned?
The final signatory to the US Constitution was June 21st 1788.
When was the constitution of the us wrote?
The final draft of the unamended US Constitution was written on September 17, 1787.
What governmental body is responsible for interpreting the Constitution?
The federal courts of the Judicial Branch are responsible for interpreting the US Constitution. The Supreme Court of the United States (also commonly called the US Supreme Court), head of the Judicial branch of government, is the highest authority on constitutional interpretation.A. Supreme Court
Who was the man who did the final writing of the US constitution?
Thomas Jefferson
Is the US Supreme Court in charge of the Constitution?
No, but they are the final authority on Constitutional interpretation and take an oath to uphold it. They can't enact or initiate constitutional changes, or prevent Congress and the states from ratifying amendments; they are bound by the laws of the Constitution.
What court can interpret the Constitution?
Any court can interpret the constitution, but the US Supreme Court is the final arbiter on constitutionality.
