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When does judges interpret and apply laws in a way that is consistent with earlier court decisions?
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An earlier model upon which judges may base decisions?
Precedent
What conerns do you have with elected judges?
Judges can interpret the law in any way they choose. If they are elected they decisions may be skewed for political reasons
What is it called when judges make decisions that closley follow earlier court cases and the words of the constitution?
Judicial restraint
What is posseive noun for judges?
The possessive form of the plural noun judges is judges'. Example: The judges' decisions are final.
What is it called when judges make decisions that closely follow earlier court cases in the words of the Constitution?
Following precedent or stare decisis.
Judges in our nation's courts interpret the meaning of citizens?
cases
What are some of the power of the judicial branch?
Assign judges, interpret laws
What is a preferred method for judges to use to interpret a statute?
golden rule
Do judges make policy?
No. They make decisions and some decisions are used to change law.
Why can the judges also be described as prophets?
Judges in certain cultures and contexts may be seen as prophets because they have the authority to interpret and apply the law, similar to how prophets have authority to deliver messages from a higher power. Both judges and prophets are expected to provide guidance, wisdom, and insights to guide their communities in making decisions and resolving conflicts.
In what way are federal judges free to make decisions?
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Alan is a judge The function of Alan and other judges is to?
Interpret and apply the laws
