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A precedent typically refers to a legal decision or case that serves as an example or rule for future cases. It can take the form of written court opinions, rulings, or judgments that establish principles of law. In a broader context, a precedent can also refer to any prior example or instance that influences subsequent actions or decisions in various fields, such as politics, business, or social behavior. Its value lies in providing guidance and consistency in how similar situations are handled in the future.
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When English judges were asked to try a case they would look for what?
Precedent
What two types of precedent are there in doctrine of precedent?
binding(mandatory) precedent persuasive precedent
Why would a judge want to look for precedent when deciding a case?
so he/she has someone else to look at the evidence with and make a better decision
Why would a judge want to look for a precedent when deciding case?
so he/she has someone else to look at the evidence with and make a better decision
An appeal to precedent is a type of?
an appeal to precedent is a type of an appeal to precedent is a type of
When a case sets up new ways to look at a law what is it known as?
A "landmark" or a "precedent-setting" case.
To what extent are precedent are binding or not binding?
it depends on how old the precedent is, how closely related is it to the case you are looking at and the difference between your precedent and crown/defense lawyer's precedent
Should you say set a precedence or precedent?
precedent
What term describes a ruling in an earlier legal case that is similar to a current case?
Precedent
How much does the US precedent get paid?
About like over quite a few million a year...
What does it mean when a judge uses precedent to arrive at an opinion?
precedent
What types of precedent are there in the Doctrine of Precedent?
In the Doctrine of Precedent, there are primarily two types of precedent: binding precedent and persuasive precedent. Binding precedent refers to decisions made by higher courts that must be followed by lower courts within the same jurisdiction. Persuasive precedent, on the other hand, includes rulings from lower courts, courts in other jurisdictions, or obiter dicta, which are not obligatory but can influence a court's decision. These distinctions help maintain consistency and provide guidance in legal decision-making.
