law
What document serves as the supreme law of the United States?
Constitution
Which amendment guarantees the right to a fair and speedy trial?
5th Amendment
Who is the highest judicial authority in the United States?
Supreme Court
What is the principle that the law should apply equally to all individuals?
Rule of Law
Who has the authority to interpret laws and determine their constitutionality?
Supreme Court
Which branch of government is responsible for creating laws?
Legislative
What is the term for a written agreement that is enforceable by law?
Legal Contract
Which type of law deals with disputes between individuals or organizations?
Civil Law
What is the term for a law that retroactively changes the legal consequences of actions that were committed?
Ex Post Facto Law
Who is considered the 'Father of the Constitution'?
James Madison