Unconstitutional (Adjective)
Meaning
Not consistent with or according to a constitution; contrary to the U.S. Constitution.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The law requiring citizens to carry identification at all times was deemed unconstitutional by the Supreme Court.
- The judge ruled that the search and seizure was unconstitutional and therefore the evidence was inadmissible in court.
- The new immigration policy has been criticized for being unconstitutional due to its discriminatory nature.
- The state's attempt to restrict freedom of speech was seen as unconstitutional by many civil liberties groups.
- The Supreme Court has consistently held that laws restricting a woman's access to abortion are unconstitutional.