Le précédent
Example: Le tribunal a annulé la décision du précédent jugement.
Definition
"Le précédent" in law refers to a previous court decision or judgment that serves as an authoritative example or rule for deciding subsequent cases with similar facts or issues. It guides judges in maintaining consistency and fairness in legal rulings.
Etymology
The term "le précédent" comes from the French verb "précéder," meaning 'to go before.' In legal contexts, it signifies a decision that 'goes before' others and sets a standard. Did you know? The concept of precedent is fundamental in common law systems, though its linguistic roots are French.
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"Le précédent" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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