El precedent
Example: El precedent legal va influir en la decisió del tribunal.
Definition
"El precedent" refers to a previous legal decision or case that serves as an example or rule to guide future judgments in similar situations. It plays a crucial role in shaping judicial decisions and ensuring consistency within the legal system.
Etymology
The term "el precedent" comes from the Latin word 'praecedens,' meaning 'going before.' It entered Catalan through Old French, reflecting its use in legal contexts where past decisions 'go before' to influence current rulings. Did you know? The concept of precedent is fundamental to common law systems but is also used in many civil law traditions.
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"El precedent" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (C1) - set 1", containing 120 commonly used words.
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