Review:
Precedent
overall review score: 4.5
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Precedent is a legal principle or decision that is used as a guide for future cases. It helps establish consistency and predictability in the legal system.
Key Features
- Establishes consistency
- Guides future decisions
- Provides predictability in the legal system
Pros
- Helps maintain stability in the legal system
- Promotes fairness and equality
- Allows for incremental changes in the law
Cons
- Can sometimes lead to outdated decisions being followed
- Limits flexibility in certain cases