Judicial Commentary
/ˈdʒuːdɪʃəl ˈkɒmɛnˌtɛri/
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- (n.) Written explanations, interpretations, or observations by judges in court opinions clarifying legal reasoning or principles.
The judicial commentary in the majority opinion illuminated the court's approach to statutory interpretation.
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Commentary
Judicial commentary often appears within majority, concurring, or dissenting opinions and aids in understanding case law development.
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