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Constitution Lawyer

A constitutional lawyer represents individuals who have had their constitutional rights infringed upon, or those who have been accused of violating the constitutional rights of another.  Constitutional law deals mainly with the U.S. Constitution, usually through interpretation and implementation of United States Supreme Court decisions.  Also, each individual state has its own constitution, which cannot conflict with the U.S. Constitution, including the Bill of Rights and the other amendments.

Furthermore, a constitutional law attorney is knowledgeable of the functions of each branch of the federal government and his or her state’s government.  The three branches of the government, as established in the Constitution, are the Executive, Legislative, and Judicial.  Each branch of the government works together, within a system of checks and balances, to ensure that no one branch or person possesses too much power.  

Basic U.S. Constitutional Rights

  • Freedom of Religion
  • Freedom of Speech
  • Freedom of the Press
  • Freedom of Assembly
  • Freedom of Petition
  • Right to Bear Arms
  • Criminal Rights (i.e. probable cause, speedy trial, searches, jury trial, etc.)

Many more rights exist under both the United States Constitution and each individual state's constitution.  Many of the most common lawsuits arising from a question of constitutionality include the following:  Free speech, due process, freedom of religion, civil rights (i.e. discrimination), and freedom of the press.

Constitutional Law Firms

A constitutional law attorney will petition, on your behalf, against any individuals, businesses, or laws that infringe upon your constitutional rights.  Even individuals who are under arrest have basic rights afforded to them.  A criminal has the right to a trial by a jury of his peers, a speedy trial, legal representation, etc. 

If you believe that your rights have been infringed upon, either during an arrest or through some form of civil injury, including a discriminatory act, then a local constitutional attorney may be able to help.  One important point to remember for any type of legal claim is that every claim has a statute of limitations attached to it.  If this time period lapses, you will generally be barred from bringing a claim in the future.  Always check with your attorney regarding legal matters to fully determine the options available to you.

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