This is a test used in some contexts to determine a law's constitutionality. To pass intermediate scrutiny, the challenged law must further an important government interest by means that are substantially related to that interest.
Imagine intermediate scrutiny as a mid-level security check at a concert venue. Not as intense as an airport security check (strict scrutiny), but still thorough enough to ensure everyone's safety (important government interest).
Equal Protection Clause: Part of the 14th Amendment stating no state shall deny any person within its jurisdiction equal protection under the law.
Gender Discrimination: Unfair treatment based on one's sex rather than individual merit; often scrutinized under this standard.
Content-Neutral Regulation: Laws regulating speech without regard for its message; these typically face intermediate scrutiny.
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