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Several Types of Laws Have Influenced the Creation of the American

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Several types of laws have influenced the creation of the American judicial system. Discuss the differences among the following: criminal law, constitutional law, administrative law, and common law.


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State Governments

The political organizations responsible for governing individual states within a federated country, possessing specific powers as defined by the national constitution.

Interstate Commerce Clause

A provision in the U.S. Constitution granting Congress the power to regulate commerce between states.

Privileges and Immunities Clause

A provision in the United States Constitution that prevents a state from treating citizens of other states in a discriminatory manner.

Necessary and Proper Clause

A provision in the United States Constitution (Article I, Section 8) granting Congress the power to pass all laws considered necessary and proper for carrying out the enumerated list of powers.

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