Judgment

Definition

In the context of political science, particularly within the Courts and Law chapter focusing on how the judiciary takes action, judgment refers to a formal decision or conclusion made by a court following a legal proceeding. It encompasses the outcome of cases, including convictions, acquittals, and legal rulings on matters at hand.

Related terms

Legal Precedent: A ruling in an earlier case that is considered as an authority for deciding subsequent cases involving identical or similar facts or legal issues.

Appellate Court: A higher court that reviews the decisions and outcomes of lower courts when one party contests their judgment.

Due Process:

The fair treatment through the normal judicial system, especially as a citizen's entitlement