Marbury v. Madison: Judicial Review

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What was the primary reason for William Marbury's petition to the Supreme Court?

  • To challenge the constitutionality of the Judiciary Act of 1789
  • To seek compensation for his services as a justice of the peace
  • To appeal his appointment by President John Adams
  • To compel James Madison to deliver his commission as a justice of the peace (correct)

What was the outcome of the Supreme Court's ruling in Marbury v. Madison?

  • The commission was denied to Marbury, and Section 13 of the Judiciary Act was declared unconstitutional (correct)
  • The commission was delivered to Marbury, and Section 13 of the Judiciary Act was declared unconstitutional
  • The commission was delivered to Marbury, and Section 13 of the Judiciary Act was upheld
  • The commission was denied to Marbury, and Section 13 of the Judiciary Act was upheld

What is the significance of the principle of judicial review established in Marbury v. Madison?

  • It grants the Supreme Court the authority to declare war
  • It gives the Supreme Court the power to create laws
  • It allows the Supreme Court to check the power of the legislative and executive branches (correct)
  • It gives the Supreme Court the power to appoint federal judges

Who wrote the majority opinion in Marbury v. Madison?

<p>Chief Justice John Marshall (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of the act that was declared unconstitutional by the Supreme Court in Marbury v. Madison?

<p>Judiciary Act of 1789 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the central idea expressed in Chief Justice John Marshall's quote, 'It is emphatically the province and duty of the judicial department to say what the law is.'?

<p>The judicial branch has the power to declare laws and government actions unconstitutional (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a petition for writ of certiorari?

<p>To request the Supreme Court to review a lower court's decision (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens if the Supreme Court denies a petition for writ of certiorari?

<p>The lower court's decision stands (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of merits briefs in the Supreme Court?

<p>To provide additional information and arguments after oral argument (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a per curiam opinion?

<p>A brief opinion issued by the Court as a whole, without attribution to a specific justice (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of oral argument in the Supreme Court?

<p>To present oral arguments to the Court (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances may a party petition for rehearing?

<p>After the Supreme Court has announced its decision (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Judicial Review: Marbury v. Madison

Background

  • Marbury v. Madison (1803) is a landmark Supreme Court case that established the principle of judicial review in the United States.
  • The case was a dispute between William Marbury, a judge appointed by President John Adams, and James Madison, Secretary of State.

Facts of the Case

  • President Adams appointed Marbury as a justice of the peace in the District of Columbia, but the commission was not delivered before Thomas Jefferson took office.
  • Marbury petitioned the Supreme Court to compel Madison to deliver the commission.

Ruling and Significance

  • Chief Justice John Marshall wrote the majority opinion, which:
    • Denied Marbury's petition, ruling that the Supreme Court did not have jurisdiction to issue a writ of mandamus (a court order) to compel Madison to deliver the commission.
    • Declared that Section 13 of the Judiciary Act of 1789, which granted the Supreme Court the power to issue writs of mandamus, was unconstitutional.
    • Established the principle of judicial review, stating that the Supreme Court has the power to declare laws and government actions unconstitutional.

Key Quotes and Takeaways

  • "It is emphatically the province and duty of the judicial department to say what the law is." - Chief Justice John Marshall
  • Judicial review allows the Supreme Court to check the power of the legislative and executive branches.
  • The ruling established the Supreme Court as a co-equal branch of government, giving it the authority to shape the Constitution and American law.

Impact and Legacy

  • Marbury v. Madison established the principle of judicial review, which has been used by the Supreme Court to shape American law and policy.
  • The ruling has been cited in numerous landmark cases, including Brown v. Board of Education (1954) and Roe v. Wade (1973).
  • Marbury v. Madison is considered a foundational case in American constitutional law, solidifying the Supreme Court's role as a guardian of the Constitution.

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