Unconstitutional
Anything that transgresses, or is antithetical to, a constitution -- especially the United States Constitution.
Definition from Nolo’s Plain-English Law Dictionary
In opposition to the constitution. Used to describe to a statute, governmental conduct, court decision, or private contract that violates one or more provisions of the constitution. Can be used in reference to the federal constitution or a state constitution.
Definition provided by Nolo’s Plain-English Law Dictionary.
August 19, 2010, 5:26 pm
