Interpreting the Constitution strictly means adhering closely to the original intent and literal wording of the document. It involves a narrow interpretation that limits judicial discretion.
Related terms
Judicial Activism: Refers to when judges interpret laws and the Constitution more broadly in order to apply them to modern circumstances.
Originalism: The belief that the Constitution should be interpreted based on its original meaning at the time it was written.
Textualism: An approach that focuses solely on the text of the law or Constitution itself, disregarding legislative history or other factors.