Court's power

Definition

The Court's power refers to the authority of the judicial branch, particularly the Supreme Court, to interpret and apply laws, including the Constitution. This allows them to make decisions on legal disputes and establish precedent for future cases.

Related terms

Judicial Review: Judicial review is when the court reviews actions taken by other branches of government and determines if they are constitutional or not.

Precedent: Precedent refers to previous court decisions that serve as a guide for judges when deciding similar cases in the future.

Checks and Balances: Checks and balances refer to the system that ensures no one branch of government becomes too powerful. It allows each branch to limit or 'check' the powers of other branches.