The Federal government can only make laws in areas set out in the Constitution. However, where both state and federal laws apply, the federal law prevails if there is any inconsistency.

State laws take precedence over federal laws, allowing states to legislate independently of the federal government.

Federal laws override state laws in all instances, ensuring national uniformity in legislation in all states.

State and federal laws operate in completely separate jurisdictions, and there is no overlap between the two.