Category: Constitutional Law
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Con Law Quick Review
Introduction to Constitutional Law Constitutional Law deals with the interpretation and implementation of the United States Constitution. The course typically examines the structure of the federal government, the powers of its branches, and the rights of individuals. The Structure of the Constitution Understand the layout of the Constitution, including the Preamble, the seven Articles, and…
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Constitutional Law California Bar Exam Short Outline
CONSTITUIONAL LAW I. Jusiticiable Case or Controversy Standing (injury, causation, and redressibility) Associational Standing. Must show: (1) members would have standing to sue on their own; (2) interests are germane to the organization’s purpose; (3) no need for member participation Taxpayer Standing: (generally establishment clause) Must show: (1) enacted under Congress’s taxing and spending power;…
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Constitutional Law California Bar Exam Essay Openers
Constitutional Law – Opening Paragraphs Standing Article III provides that the federal courts only have jurisdiction where there is an actual case and controversy. Thus, in order to properly assert her claims in federal court, a plaintiff must have standing. There is standing where the plaintiff alleges (1) an actual or imminent injury, (2) which…
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Constitutional Law for the California Bar Exam
AUTHORITY OF FEDERAL COURTS –FEDERAL JUDICIAL POWER Article III – FJP extends to cases and controversies – no advisory opinions JusticiabilityRequirements Standing (stake in the controversy) Elements Injury Must be personally suffered P’s rights have been impaired or imminently will be There is a clear threat of prosecution if P fails to comply Injunctive/declaratory relief…