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Judicial Precedent
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Judicial precedent, also known as case law or common law, is the practice of courts following decisions made in similar cases in the past when making their own decisions.
Key Features
- Binding authority
- Stare decisis principle
- Hierarchy of courts
Pros
- Provides consistency and predictability in the legal system
- Allows for flexibility and adaptation to changing societal norms
- Helps to maintain stability and continuity in the law
Cons
- Can lead to inflexibility and resistance to change
- May perpetuate outdated or unjust decisions
- Relies on the quality of previous judicial decisions