Overbroad and Overbreadth

Overbroad and Overbreadth

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The video tutorial explains the concept of overbroad laws, which are laws that, while targeting specific conduct, inadvertently affect other types of conduct or individuals not intended by the law. Such laws can be deemed unconstitutional if they infringe on protected rights. Legislators must draft laws with a narrower scope to avoid infringing on unintended rights and ensure the law's constitutionality.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What does it mean for a law to be deemed 'over abroad'?

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How does the Constitution protect individual rights against government actions?

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What are the implications of a law that regulates conduct but affects individuals not before the court?

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In what ways can a law be considered unconstitutional?

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What steps must legislators take if a law is found to infringe upon protected rights?

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