Laws
Definition
Laws are rules established by a governing body that are binding and enforceable within a specific jurisdiction.
Related terms
Statutes: Written laws created by legislative bodies.
Regulations: Detailed rules derived from broader statutes that provide guidance for implementing specific laws.
Case Law: Legal principles established through judicial decisions in court cases.
"Laws" appears in:
Subjects (2)
AP European History
AP US History
Practice Questions (5)
Which institution is responsible for interpreting the constitutionality of laws in the United States?
Which branch of government is responsible for implementing and enforcing laws?
In matters of interstate commerce, whose laws typically hold more weight?
What institution in the US Government typically reviews and interprets laws?
Which branch of government makes sure that laws are constitutional?
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