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how can the supreme court check the executive branch


Asked on 5/07/07, 1:29 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Rochelle Guznack Law Offices of Rochelle E. Guznack, PLLC

Re: geography

It makes sure that the executive branch does not exceed or abuse its powers given by the Constitution through its judicial decisions.

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Answered on 5/08/07, 12:53 pm
Regina Mullen Legal Data Services, PLC

Re: geography

Supreme Court jurisdiction is very limited when it comes to the executive branch.

That's the doctrine of "separation of powers."

Essentially, the SC can't just "check" another branch,--it only can take real cases that come before it.

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Answered on 5/07/07, 2:29 pm


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