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Yes, a law can be overridden if it is challenged as unconstitutional. If a court determines that a law violates the constitution, it can be declared invalid and unenforceable.

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Can the law challenged as unconstitutional be overridden?

Yes because the legislative branch can overthrow the veto of the president. The only reason why the president would veto a bill is if it unconstitutional.


Part of the law was determined unconstitutional?

Parts of laws can and are ruled to be unconstitutional - the remaining provisions stay in tact until and unless they are challenged as well. Parts can be ruled unconstitutional without effecting the entire bill/law.


How does judicial review affect the U.S. government?

by allowing unconstitutional laws to be challenged and overturned


On what grounds can the US Supreme Court strike down state or federal law?

The US Supreme Court can nullify laws that are unconstitutional, but only if the law is appropriately challenged by a person or entity with standing.


In what way are the federal judges free to make decisions?

They can strike down any law they see as unconstitutional if it is challenged in court.


Can an ordinance be challenged in a court of law?

Yes, an ordinance can be challenged in a court of law if it is believed to be unconstitutional, in violation of state or federal law, or otherwise legally flawed. Parties with legal standing can file a lawsuit to challenge the validity or enforcement of an ordinance.


What branch changes a unconstitutional law?

The judicial branch can say if a law is unconstitutional.


If a law violates the US Constitution it is said to be?

Any practice or law that violates the constitution is unconstitutional.


What does it mean to pass constitutional muster?

It means to withstand a legal challenge on Constitutional grounds. An unconstitutional law is one that will not "pass Constitutional muster," and would be overturned by the SCOTUS if challenged.


What do you call a law that conflicts with a constituton?

A law that violates the constitution is said to be unconstitutional.


Should California legalize pot?

They actually can't, as state law is overridden by federal law.


What do you call a law that does not agree with the Constitution?

They are called "unconstitutional laws".