Sources of English Law Name:______________________________
GCSE LAW Homework 3
Using your folder and revision booklet answer the following Past Paper Questions.
1. English law uses previous cases as a strong indication of how the law will be applied in...
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Sources of English Law Name:______________________________
GCSE LAW Homework 3
Using your folder and revision booklet answer the following Past Paper Questions.
1. English law uses previous cases as a strong indication of how the law will be applied in future cases. This is
known as the operation of the doctrine of precedent.
In relation to the doctrine of precedent, explain each of the following;
Ratio decidendi
Obiter dicta
Law Reports
(8 marks)
2. With regard to the doctrine of precedent, explain the difference between a binding precedent and a
persuasive precedent.
(4 marks)
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