La jurisprudence
Example: La jurisprudence influence souvent les décisions des tribunaux.
Definition
"La jurisprudence" refers to the collection of past judicial decisions and rulings that serve as a guide or precedent for future court cases. It influences how laws are interpreted and applied by judges in similar legal situations.
Etymology
The term "la jurisprudence" comes from the Latin word 'jurisprudentia,' which means 'knowledge of the law.' It combines 'juris' (law) and 'prudentia' (knowledge or foresight). Did you know? The concept emphasizes the importance of learned judgment in legal matters.
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"La jurisprudence" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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