A government law that restricts a fundamental right will be held to vio?late substantive due pro?cess unless it promotes a compelling or overrid?ing state interest.

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This statement reflects the standard applied by courts in cases involving restrictions on fundamental rights under the Due Process Clause of the Constitution. The government must show a strong justification for limiting these rights, or the law will be struck down as unconstitutional.

A Government Law That Restricts a Fundamental Right Will Be