Legal Doctrines
/ˈliːɡəl ˈdɒktrɪnz/
Definitions
- (n. pl.) Fundamental principles or rules established through precedent or legislation that guide judicial decisions and legal reasoning.
The court relied on several established legal doctrines to reach its verdict.
Forms
- legal doctrine
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Commentary
Legal doctrines often evolve through case law and are essential for consistency in judicial rulings.
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