unconstitutional

Definition

The legal equivalent of calling something fundamentally illegal because it violates the constitution—the supreme law of the land. When courts declare something unconstitutional, they're basically saying "that law is so wrong it contradicts our most basic principles." It's the ultimate trump card in legal arguments, assuming you can convince judges you're right.

Example Usage

The federal court struck down the state law as unconstitutional, citing violations of the First Amendment.

Source: Constitutional law terminology

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