Constitution Vocab Pt. 2

Front

Due Process

Back

People have the right to fair laws. Officials have to follow rules when enforcing laws.

Front

Appeal

Back

Ask that the decision be reviewed by a higher court

Front

What is a 'Bill'?

Back

Proposal for a new law

Front

Censorship

Back

The power to review, change, or prevent the publication of news

Front

Who is a 'Citizen'?

Back

Someone who is entitled to all the rights and privileges of a particular nation

Front

Jurisdiction

Back

The power to hear and decide cases

Front

Libel

Back

Publication of false and malicious information that damages a person’s reputation

Front

Naturalization

Back

The official legal process of becoming a citizen

Front

Override

Back

Pass a law despite a presidential veto

Front

Private property

Back

Property owned by an individual