Once Stare Decisis and Case Precedent Is Established

question 63

Multiple Choice

Once stare decisis and case precedent is established

• A) it may be disregarded and overturned by a court if it deems such action appropriate.
• B) it may not be disregarded by a court but may be overturned by state statute.
• C) it may not be disregarded by a court or be overturned by state statute but may only be changed by amendment to the state's constitution.
• D) it may not be disregarded or overturned once established and must be followed without exception.

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Definitions:

Untrue Statements

Assertions or claims that are not accurate or correct, often made with the intent to deceive.

Mutual Mistake

A legal concept where all parties involved have a mistaken understanding regarding a basic assumption on which a contract is based, potentially making the contract voidable.

Basic Assumption

A fundamental, often implicit, belief that shapes the framework of individual or collective reasoning and actions.

Coercion

The act of compelling someone to act in a certain way by use of force or threats, often rendering any resulting agreement voidable.