Constitutional

Substantive Due Process

/ sub-STAN-tiv doo PROS-es /

Definition

Protection against arbitrary government interference with fundamental rights.

Used in Context

“Substantive due process protects certain rights from government intrusion.”

Etymology

◈ Latin: substantia, essence

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