Majority opinion

Definition

Majority opinion is the judicial decision agreed upon by more than half of the members of a court in a particular case, reflecting the prevailing viewpoint. It serves as an official verdict and often sets a legal precedent for future cases.

Related terms

Minority Report: The written explanation of the disagreement held by one or more judges who are not in agreement with the majority opinion.

Judicial Review:

The power of courts to assess whether a law or governmental regulation is compatible with the constitution.

Public Opinion:

The aggregate of individual attitudes or beliefs held by the adult population concerning social or political issues