What is standing?
Standing requires a real, personal stake in the outcome to sue.
Why it matters
It prevents strangers from filing suits about things that don’t affect them.
Common confusion
Standing is about who may sue; jurisdiction is about the court’s power.
Frequently Asked Questions
What must I show?
Injury, causation, and that a ruling can redress it.
Can a taxpayer sue any law?
Only if they show a concrete personal injury.
Is standing the same as merits?
No — it is a threshold question decided first.