Review:
Precedent
overall review score: 4.5
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A precedent is a principle or rule established in a previous legal case that is either binding on or persuasive for a court when deciding subsequent cases with similar issues or facts.
Key Features
- Established legal principle
- Used in judicial decision-making
- Can be binding or persuasive
Pros
- Provides consistency in legal decisions
- Helps ensure fairness and justice
- Allows for predictability in outcomes
Cons
- May limit flexibility in decision-making
- Can perpetuate outdated or unjust rulings
- May not always apply to unique cases