Strict scrutiny

Noun

Word Frequency: 0.4

Definitions

1.NounA standard for judicial review, according to which a law must have been enacted to further a compelling governmental interest, have been narrowly tailored to achieve that interest, and be the least restrictive means for so doing.

Synonyms

intermediate scrutiny narrow tailoring rule of strict construction principle of legality judicial review short leash golden rule astriction strict liability harm principle due process rule of law

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