AR Bar Constitutional Law 2

Question 1

Under the U.S. Constitution's Supremacy Clause, when does a federal law preempt an Arkansas state law?

Accepted Answer

When Congress has occupied the field or when state law conflicts with federal law

Answer

Preemption occurs when Congress has expressly or impliedly occupied a regulatory field, or when state law directly conflicts with federal law.

Question 2

Under the Arkansas Constitution, how many members compose the Arkansas House of Representatives?

Accepted Answer

100

Answer

The Arkansas House of Representatives has 100 members, each serving two-year terms.

Question 3

The Fourteenth Amendment's Due Process Clause protects against deprivation of life, liberty, or property without due process. Which type of due process requires a fair hearing before deprivation?

Accepted Answer

Procedural due process

Answer

Procedural due process requires fair procedures — such as notice and a hearing — before the government deprives someone of a protected interest.

Question 4

Under the Arkansas Constitution, which power does the Governor NOT possess?

Accepted Answer

Declare legislation unconstitutional

Answer

The power to declare laws unconstitutional belongs exclusively to the judiciary — the Governor may veto, pardon, and call special sessions but cannot strike down laws.

Question 5

Under the Takings Clause of the Fifth Amendment, private property may be taken for public use only if:

Accepted Answer

Just compensation is paid to the property owner

Answer

The Takings Clause requires 'just compensation' — fair market value — to be paid when the government takes private property for public use.

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AR Bar Constitutional Law 2