constitutional freedom

constitutional freedom
Generic term to describe the basic freedoms guaranteed by the Constitution such as the First Amendment freedoms of religion, speech, press and assembly together with protection under due process clause of the 14th Amendment.

Black's law dictionary. . 1990.

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