Marbury v. Madison Flashcards
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Marbury v. Madison
Case that established judicial review through the Supremacy Clause.
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Marbury's Appointment
Marbury was appointed Justice of the Peace, but his commission was not delivered.
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Marbury's Petition
Marbury petitioned the Supreme Court to have Madison deliver the documents.
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Writ of Mandamus
A court order forcing the delivery of commissions.
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Court's Finding on Madison's Actions
The court found that Madison delivering the commission was illegal.
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Reason for Not Ordering Delivery
Bringing his claim directly to the Supreme Court was unconstitutional under the Judiciary Act of 1789.
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