Suppose the state of Illinois has just passed a law that bans its residents from purchasing, owning, or possessing any type of firearm for any reason. A case has been made against the state of Illinois, arguing that the law infringes upon Illinois residents' Second Amendment rights. The Supreme Court has agreed to hear this case and, upon evaluation, has determined that the law is unconstitutional. This is an example of ______.

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This scenario is an example of judicial review, as the Supreme Court is evaluating the constitutionality of a law passed by a state government. The Court has the power of judicial review, which allows them to declare laws unconstitutional and therefore null and void.

Suppose the State of Illinois Has Just Passed a Law