rational basis review

noun

A standard for judicial review, according to which a law must be rationally related to a legitimate state interest.

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Meanings

nounrational basis review (uncountable)
  1. uncountablelawA standard for judicial review, according to which a law must be rationally related to a legitimate state interest.
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