Marbury vs Madison
Details: During the last days of President John Adams' presidency, Congress created government posts that Marbury and others were appointed to. These appointments were never completely finalized.
Decision: The vote for the Marbury vs. Madison was a unanimous vote for Marbury. The court decided that Marbury had his right to be hired.
Lasting Effect: The court has the authority to determine if a case is Constitutional or not.
Important: This was the first case in the Supreme Court that used the idea of judicial review.
Decision: The vote for the Marbury vs. Madison was a unanimous vote for Marbury. The court decided that Marbury had his right to be hired.
Lasting Effect: The court has the authority to determine if a case is Constitutional or not.
Important: This was the first case in the Supreme Court that used the idea of judicial review.