Judicial Review and Marbury v. Madison

Flashcards covering key concepts from the lecture on Marbury v. Madison and the establishment of judicial review.

Judicial Review

The power of the Supreme Court to strike down laws that violate the Constitution.

Marbury v. Madison (1803)

A landmark Supreme Court case that established the principle of judicial review.

Midnight Judges

Federal judges appointed by John Adams in the last hours of his presidency.

Writ of Mandamus

A court order compelling someone to execute a duty that they are legally obligated to complete.

Original Jurisdiction

The authority of a court to hear a case for the first time.

Constitutionality

Whether a law or act is in accordance with the Constitution.

Supreme Law of the Land

The Constitution, which stands above all other laws.

Checks and Balances

A system that ensures that no one branch of government becomes too powerful.

Judiciary Act of 1789

Legislation that established the federal judiciary and allowed Congress to extend the Supreme Court's powers.

Unanimous Decision

A decision in which all justices agree on the outcome of a case.