Landmark Supreme Court Cases: Marbury v. Madison

These flashcards cover key concepts related to the landmark Supreme Court case Marbury v. Madison.

Marbury v. Madison

The 1803 Supreme Court case that established the principle of judicial review.

Judicial Review

The power of the Supreme Court to declare legislative and executive actions unconstitutional.

Supremacy Clause

A clause in the Constitution stating that the Constitution and federal laws take precedence over state laws.

Judiciary Act of 1789

Legislation that established the federal judiciary system and outlined the structure of the U.S. court system.

Holding

The court's decision on a case, determining the outcome based on legal principles.

Commission

An official document granting authority, particularly in reference to appointed positions such as Justice of the Peace.

Petition

A formal written request to the court asking for a specific legal remedy.

Constitutionality

The quality of being in accordance with the Constitution or constitutional law.