Doctrine of Stare Decisis Flashcards
What is the doctrine of stare decisis?
“to stand by things decided”
The doctrine of stare decisis prescribes adherence to precedents in order to promote the stability of the law.
Lower court rulings should be governed by precedents of higher court rulings.
A previous court or ruling in a legal matter should set precedent for future cases with similar circumstances or facts.
The rule of stare decisis is a bar to any attempt to re-litigate the same issue where the same questions relating to the same event have been put forward by parties similarly situated as in a previous case litigated and decided by a competent court.
The doctrine of stare decisis is one of policy grounded on the necessity for securing certainty and stability of judicial decisions.
(Tala Realty Services Corp., Inc. v. Banco Filipino Savings and Mortgage Bank, G.R. No. 181369, June 22, 2016)
What are some instances where the doctrine of stare decisis is not applicable?
The doctrine of stare decisis can be abandoned when:
(1) When the precedent has ceased to be beneficial and useful.
