Explain precedent and the importance of stare decisis.

What will be an ideal response?


?Precedent is the concept that one case decision becomes the authority for deciding future cases with similar facts.?Under the doctrine of stare decisis, judges in a particular jurisdiction are bound to follow precedents in the same jurisdiction.?Stare decisis leads to efficiency in the judicial system.

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a. recorded by local police departments b. reported in the media c. recorded in the courts d. known to the public

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A ______ riot is one that erupts in protest to the lifestyle and living conditions forced upon the inmates

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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What was a Bonsack machine used for?

A. to evaluate the toxicity of cigarettes B. to produce a large quantity of cigarettes C. to dry out tobacco leaves quickly D. to shred tobacco in an efficient manner

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What is the most likely punishment for a traffic violation?

A. Incarceration B. Restitution C. Fines D. Forfeiture E. Probation

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