Hierarchy of the Courts (OCR A-Level Law): Quizzes
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What does 'stare decisis' mean?
What does 'stare decisis' mean?
Let the decision stand
Which courts are bound by Supreme Court decisions?
Which courts are bound by Supreme Court decisions?
All other UK courts
What is the Privy Council's status in English law?
What is the Privy Council's status in English law?
Highly persuasive but not binding
Which is NOT a Young v Bristol Aeroplane exception?
Which is NOT a Young v Bristol Aeroplane exception?
Decision is outdated
Why is the Criminal Division stricter than Civil?
Why is the Criminal Division stricter than Civil?
Liberty of the individual is at stake
Are High Court divisions bound by other divisions?
Are High Court divisions bound by other divisions?
No, but decisions are highly persuasive
What does High Court at first instance NOT bind?
What does High Court at first instance NOT bind?
Itself or other High Court judges
Why don't lower courts create binding precedents?
Why don't lower courts create binding precedents?
Too many cases & don't publish judgments
When can the Supreme Court depart from precedent?
When can the Supreme Court depart from precedent?
When previous decision is clearly wrong
What does 'per incuriam' mean?
What does 'per incuriam' mean?
Made in error without considering relevant law