Types of precedents

Declaratory Precedent

This is the application of an existing principle or proposition of law in a subsequent case.

Original Precedent

This principle or proposition of law as formulated by the court. It is the law creating precedent.

Distinguishing Precedent

This is a subsequent decision which effectively distinguishes the existing precedent. It becomes a precedent in its own right.

 

 

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