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Unit 2 – Branches of Government
Topic 2.8
How does the doctrine of stare decisis function within our legal system?
Courts have unrestricted authority to reinterpret or modify existing laws at will
Courts should respect established rulings and use them as guidance for future decisions.
Judges should always rule with majority public opinion when making their decisions.
Courts should prioritize recent laws over older ones when issuing rulings.
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