Asked by Bryan Fabrig on Sep 29, 2024
What are legal rules in prior cases called?
A) Statutes
B) Precedents
C) First impressions
D) Uniform laws
Precedents
Prior legal cases or decisions that are used as examples or guides in subsequent similar cases.
Legal Rules
Established principles or directives that govern behavior and are enforced by a controlling authority, such as statutes or court decisions.
Uniform Laws
Model statutes drafted to encourage consistency in state laws across various legal subjects in the United States.
- Become familiar with the methods used in statute interpretation and the paramount importance of discretion in the judiciary.
Learning Objectives
- Become familiar with the methods used in statute interpretation and the paramount importance of discretion in the judiciary.