The Doctrine of Stare Decisis Means That

question 38

Multiple Choice

The doctrine of stare decisis means that:

• A) the common law has not been able to evolve in a stable and predictable manner.
• B) certain decisions cannot be appealed.
• C) courts adhere to and rely on rules of law that they or superior courts announced and applied in prior similar decisions.
• D) courts are not allowed to correct erroneous decisions or choose among conflicting precedents.

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