Which Principle States That a Court Should Not Overturn Precedent

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which principle states that a court should not overturn precedent unless it is absolutely necessary?

• A)original intent -Consider This: Original intent pertains to the judge's application of the original purpose of the law in his or her interpretation.The principle in question,however,focuses on "let[ting] the decision stand," or valuing the handling of similar cases in the past.
• B)judicial review
• C)stare decisis
• D)prior restraint

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