constitutional laws
[ˌkɑːnstɪˈtuːʃənəl lɔːz]
nounpl: constitutional laws
leis constitucionais
1. Laws that are based on or derived from a constitution; fundamental laws that define the structure and powers of government and protect citizens' rights
Constitutional laws establish the framework for how the government operates and protect individual freedoms.
As leis constitucionais estabelecem o marco para como o governo funciona e protegem as liberdades individuais.
2. The body of law governing the interpretation and application of a constitution
The Supreme Court interprets constitutional laws to ensure compliance with the Constitution.
O Supremo Tribunal Constitucional interpreta as leis constitucionais para garantir a conformidade com a Constituição.
3. Laws that amend or modify a constitution
Constitutional laws require a supermajority vote to pass in most democracies.
As leis constitucionais exigem uma votação por supermaioria para serem aprovadas na maioria das democracias.
Constitutional laws are fundamental in both Brazilian and American legal systems. In Brazil, the 1988 Constitution (Constituição de 1988) is considered a landmark document with extensive constitutional laws protecting individual rights and establishing a democratic framework. In the USA, constitutional laws are derived from the 1787 Constitution and its amendments. Both countries maintain constitutional courts (Supreme Federal Court in Brazil, Supreme Court in the USA) to interpret and enforce these laws. The phrase is highly formal and primarily used in legal, governmental, and academic discourse.
Related Idioms & Phrases
in violation of constitutional laws
within the bounds of constitutional laws
constitutional laws are supreme
uphold constitutional laws
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