Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
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Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
Independent judiciaries refer to judicial systems that are free from external influence or control, allowing judges to make impartial decisions based on the law.
Authority refers to the power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience. In independent judiciaries, judges have authority to interpret and apply laws.
The rule of law is the principle that all individuals and institutions are subject to and accountable to the law. Independent judiciaries play a crucial role in upholding the rule of law by ensuring equal treatment under the law.