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| '''Strict scrutiny''' is a standard used by the ] in deciding whether a law or policy is to be adjudged ] or not. To pass strict scrutiny, the law or policy must be justified by a "compelling governmental interest" as well as being the least restrictive means for achieving that interest. | '''Strict scrutiny''' is a standard used by the ] in deciding whether a law or policy is to be adjudged ] or not. To pass strict scrutiny, the law or policy must be justified by a "compelling governmental interest" as well as being the least restrictive means for achieving that interest. Strict scrutiny is the highest standard used by the Court to review the consitutionality of a law. | ||
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Strict scrutiny is a standard used by the US Supreme Court in deciding whether a law or policy is to be adjudged constitutional or not. To pass strict scrutiny, the law or policy must be justified by a "compelling governmental interest" as well as being the least restrictive means for achieving that interest. Strict scrutiny is the highest standard used by the Court to review the consitutionality of a law.
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