Judicial precident Flashcards
1
Q
What does stare decisis mean ?
A
Latin for let the decision stand
2
Q
What is judicial precedent ?
A
It means past decisions in higher courts bind lower ones
3
Q
Example of original precedent ?
A
Donohuge v Stevenson (1932)
4
Q
What is binding precedent ?
A
Where an earlier precedent in a higher court must be followed
5
Q
What is persuasive precedent ?
A
When judges may consider following a precedent even if they don’t have to
6
Q
What is the hierarchy of criminal courts ?
A
Supreme court
court of appeal
Queens bench divisional court
crown court
magistrates court
