Fundamental Rights

What is Fundamental Rights?

A group of rights that have been recognized by the Supreme Court as requiring a high degree of protection from government encroachment. These rights are specifically identified in the Constitution (especially in the Bill of Rights), or have been found under Due Process.

Further Reading

For more detailed information, see our related Constitutional Law terms:

• Article III of the U.S. Constitution
• Inherent Powers
• Strict Scrutiny Test
• Executive Powers
• Jurisdiction