Persuasive Precedent

/pərˈswāsiv ˈprɛsɪdənt/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A judicial decision from another jurisdiction or a lower court that a court may consider and weigh but is not obliged to follow.
    The judge cited persuasive precedent from a neighboring state's court to support her ruling.

Commentary

Persuasive precedents are influential but non-mandatory, often used to guide courts lacking binding authority on an issue.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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