which of the following is best an example of the principle of checks and balances

Question

1. congress passes a new law on immigration
2. courts uphold the conviction of a person who failed to pay income tax
3. courts release a person charged with violating a law that is considered unconstitutional
4. the president negotiates a treaty with spain

Answer 1

The best example of the principle of checks and balances from the options provided is:

3. courts release a person charged with violating a law that is considered unconstitutional.

This action demonstrates checks and balances because it involves the judicial branch (the courts) exercising its power to review and potentially invalidate actions taken by the legislative branch (the law that was violated) based on the principle of constitutionality. It shows how the judiciary can check the powers of the legislature by ensuring that laws adhere to the Constitution.