Majority Opinion
/ˈmɒdʒərəti əˈpɪnjən/
Definitions
- (n.) A written opinion by the majority of judges in a court case that sets forth the decision and its legal reasoning.
The majority opinion in the Supreme Court clarified the constitutional issue.
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- majority opinions
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Commentary
The majority opinion is authoritative precedent unless overturned; draft clearly to reflect the court's holding and rationale.
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