Judicial precedent key words Flashcards by Cookie Kilbane | Brainscape

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stare decisis

A

let the decision stand

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ratio decidendi

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Reason for the decision – This is the binding element of the precedent

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Obita Dicta

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Things said by the way – Persuasive precedent

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