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It makes sense that a Supreme Court decision is not permanently binding because the Court's interpretations of the law can evolve over time as societal values and norms change. Allowing for the possibility of revisiting and potentially overturning past decisions ensures that the law remains responsive to the needs of society and reflects current understanding and perspectives. Additionally, the principle of stare decisis, which guides the Court to respect precedent, is balanced with the recognition that legal interpretations may need to adapt to new circumstances.
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What is a decision made by a higher court such as a US Court of Appeals Circuit Court or the US Supreme Court that is binding on all federal courts?
A decision made by a higher court sets a binding precedent for the inferior court(s).
Is a Supreme Court decision permanent?
In most cases a Supreme Court decision is permanent. The current Supreme Court can change the decision of a previous Supreme Court.
After state supreme court what is next?
That depends on the case. Often, the state supreme court is the end of the road for a case, making the decision of the state supreme court final and binding. Sometimes cases involved federal questions (issues arising under the US Constitution or federal law) that allow them to be appealed to the US Supreme Court. If the US Supreme Court hears such a case, it may affirm or overturn the state supreme court decision.
Does a decision made by Supreme Court justices have to be signed?
Not necessarily. The US Supreme Court sometimes issues per curiam opinions that are binding (on the instant case) but unsigned; however, these decisions do not set precedent for future cases.
What court sets the binding precedents for federal courts?
Supreme Court
