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strict scrutiny

The most demanding review: the law must serve a compelling government interest and be narrowly tailored; applies to racial classifications and burdens on fundamental rights.

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escrutinio estricto

Nivel más exigente: interés gubernamental apremiante y medida estrictamente ajustada. Casi ninguna clasificación racial lo supera.

ExamplesEjemplos

  • Virginia's marriage ban failed strict scrutiny. La prohibición matrimonial de Virginia no superó el escrutinio estricto.

RelatedRelacionados: equal protection, rational basis review, fundamental right

Cases: Loving v. Virginia, Republican Party of Minnesota v. White

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