Hy is Marbury v. Madison considered a landmark Supreme Court case?

The court's ruling established the concept of judicial review.

It named James Madison, "father of the Constitution," as the defendant.

The court ordered a federal official to carry out his duties.

It resulted in a decision that went against President Jefferson's views.

Question

Eric Skinner

History

21 April, 10:42

Hy is Marbury v. Madison considered a landmark Supreme Court case?

The court's ruling established the concept of judicial review.

It named James Madison, "father of the Constitution," as the defendant.

The court ordered a federal official to carry out his duties.

It resulted in a decision that went against President Jefferson's views.

+3

Answers (1)

Know the Answer?

Carlos Paul · Answer 1

Established judicial review: the content of the court case itself is fairly irrelevant but the statement within the decision for judicial review was what made it important.

Judicial review is the ability of the Supreme Court to review laws for constitutionality. The Marshall Court establishes the role of the Supreme Court in the new government and finally gives the Court a place in the 3 branches.