Which of the following statements is true of a majority opinion?

A) It means all justices unanimously agree on the decision.
B) It is sent back to the court that originally heard the case.
C) It means the decision of the District Court must stand.
D) It will result in a new trial for the defendant.
E) It is the decision of most of the justices and is the decision of the Court.

Majority Opinion

In judicial terms, an opinion that reflects the views of the majority of judges or justices hearing a case, establishing the decision as the court's judgment.

District Court

A type of trial court where cases are initially argued and decided, typically involving federal or state laws.

Unanimously Agree

When all members of a group or assembly consent to a proposition or decision without any opposition.