Stare
/ˈstɛər/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal doctrine obligating courts to follow precedents set by higher courts in previous similar cases.
The court applied stare decisis to uphold the previous ruling.
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- stares
- staring
- stared
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Commentary
Often appears in the phrase 'stare decisis'; crucial in common law systems to ensure consistency and predictability in judicial decisions.
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