- 1 Marks
BCL – L1 – SA – Q2 – Sources of Law
Question
What is the role of precedent in the legal system?
A It creates new laws.
B It guides future decisions.
C It is irrelevant in legal proceedings.
D It only applies to criminal cases.
Answer
B
Explanation:
Precedent, under the doctrine of stare decisis, refers to prior judicial decisions that guide future court rulings in similar cases. It does not create new laws (A), is relevant in legal proceedings (C), and applies to both civil and criminal cases (D). Option B accurately describes its role in guiding future decisions.
- Tags: Judicial Decisions, Legal System, Precedent, Stare Decisis
- Level: Level 1
- Topic: Sources of Law
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