Which standard used by the Supreme Court when deciding whether a law or policy is constitutional says that the law or policy must be justified by a "compelling governmental interest?"

A) amicus brief
B) writ of certiorari
C) enscription
D) strict scrutiny
E) Miranda warning


D

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a. libel b. slander c. defamation of character d. invasion of privacy

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