Judgment Heuristics
/ˈdʒʌdʒ·mənt hjuːˈrɪs·tɪks/
Definitions
- (n.) Mental shortcuts or rules of thumb used by judges or legal decision-makers to simplify complex legal determinations.
Judgment heuristics can influence a judge's ruling by enabling quicker decisions under uncertainty.
- (n.) Cognitive mechanisms in legal contexts that often lead to systematic biases or errors during judicial or administrative decision-making.
Understanding judgment heuristics is essential to mitigate bias in judicial proceedings.
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- judgment heuristics
- judgment heuristic
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Commentary
Judgment heuristics highlight the interplay between cognitive psychology and legal decision-making, important for assessing judicial impartiality and procedural fairness.
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