Arbitrary and Capricious
/ˈɑːrbɪtrɛri ænd kəˈprɪʃəs/
Definitions
- (adj.) Describing an action or decision made based on personal whim rather than reason or law, often lacking fair consideration.
The court struck down the agency's decision as arbitrary and capricious because it failed to consider key evidence.
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Commentary
Used primarily in administrative law to assess whether government decisions are reasonable and legally justified.
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