which is constitutional

D&C 98:4-7 And now, verily I say unto you concerning the laws of the land, it is my will that my people should observe to do all things whatsoever I command them. And that law of the land which is constitutional, supporting that principle of freedom in maintaining rights and privileges, belongs to all mankind, and is justifiable before me. Therefore, I, the Lord, justify you, and your brethren of my church, in befriending that law which is the constitutional law of the land; And as pertaining to law of man, whatsoever is more or less than this, cometh of evil.

The first duty of loyal citizens is to keep the commandments of God. Their next is to keep every law of the land which is constitutional. In the United States, every State makes its own laws, and Congress legislates for all. It is the duty of the Saints to keep the laws which are Constitutional; that is, which do not conflict with the Constitution. If either Congress or a State Legislature should enact an unconstitutional law, there are certain constitutional means provided by which it can be set aside. Loyal citizens will avail themselves of those means, if necessary, in preference to revolutionary measures. If there is any doubt as to the constitutionality of a law, the Supreme Court will pass upon it, if appealed to for a decision, and when the Supreme Court has spoken, the doubt is removed and the controversy is ended.


Doctrine and Covenants Commentary by Hyrum M. Smith and Janne M. Sjodahl. Deseret Book. 1965. p.616, 617