Uniform Interpretation

Definition

Uniform interpretation refers to when courts consistently interpret laws or constitutional provisions in a similar manner across different jurisdictions or states. In relation to civil liberties, uniform interpretation ensures that these fundamental rights are applied consistently throughout the United States.

Related terms

Precedent: Previous court decisions that guide future legal interpretations and rulings.

Stare Decisis: The principle of following precedent and basing decisions on previous court rulings.

Equal Protection Clause: Part of the Fourteenth Amendment that guarantees equal protection under the law to all individuals within a state's jurisdiction.