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An earlier model upon which judges may base decisions?
Precedent
What is a legal model on which judges base later decisions?
A precedent is an earlier decision used as a guide or model in future decision-making. Courts often use precedents set in earlier cases to render a judgment, under the doctrine of stare decisis (Latin: Let the decision stand), a common law principle.
When does judges interpret and apply laws in a way that is consistent with earlier court decisions?
civil law
How does the jury affect the judges decision?
In a jury trial, the jury makes decisions of fact, and the judge makes decisions on the law. Neither has any input on the others' decisions.
What is it called when judges make decisions that closley follow earlier court cases and the words of the constitution?
Judicial restraint
What is the difference between judicial decision and laws?
Laws are enacted by the legislature and judicial decisions are made by judges.
How do judges make their decisions?
Judges make decision after hearing both the sides of the evidence, the document produced and the law of the land being enforced in that particular state.
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.
What is posseive noun for judges?
The possessive form of the plural noun judges is judges'. Example: The judges' decisions are final.
Can you fight a judges decision to stop child support because you get ssa for your child?
Decisions made by the trial court (the lowest level court) can be appealed to the next level.
Do judges make policy?
No. They make decisions and some decisions are used to change law.
Can judges overrule a jury's decision?
Yes, judges have the authority to overrule a jury's decision in certain circumstances, such as when the judge believes the jury's decision is not supported by the evidence presented in the case.
