Key Term Flashcards
1
Q
Analogous
A
Working or operating in A similar way
2
Q
Dissenting
A
Judge disagreeing with the majority of judges
3
Q
Distinguish
A
To recognise the facts of a case as distinct or different
4
Q
Doctrine
A
A system of principles relating to A particular subject
5
Q
Precedent
A
A rule that has to be followed in future similar cases
6
Q
Retrospective
A
Directed backwards- overruling acts retrospectively
7
Q
Unanimous
A
In complete agreement
8
Q
Stare decisis
A
Let the decision stand
9
Q
Ratio decided
A
Reason for the decision
10
Q
Obiter dicta
A
Other things said
