25 Feb Discuss whether judicial decisions are based on a) facts, laws, and precedent (the legal subculture); b) public opinion, politics, localism (democratic subculture); or c) both. Provide sp
- Discuss whether judicial decisions are based on a) facts, laws, and precedent (the legal subculture); b) public opinion, politics, localism (democratic subculture); or c) both. Provide specific examples and cite any sources used.
- Discuss whether the four theories or approaches (cue, small-group analysis, attitude, and rational choice) for analyzing judicial decisions are equally useful. Provide specific examples and cite any sources used.
- Explain whether judicial decisions should reflect public opinion, using a specific example, and cite any sources used.
- Describe the impact of judicial decisions on law, precedent, and social policy. Provide specific examples and cite any sources used.
Week 8 Assignment: Analyzing Judicial Decisions
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1. Discuss whether judicial decisions are based on a) facts, laws, and precedent (the legal subculture); b) public opinion, politics, localism (democratic subculture); or c) both. Provide specific examples and cite any sources used. Response should be a minimum of two paragraph (3 – 5 complete sentences per paragraph).
3. Explain whether judicial decisions should reflect public opinion, using a specific example, and cite any sources used. Response should be a minimum of two paragraphs.
4. Describe the impact of judicial decisions on law, precedent, and social policy. Provide specific examples and cite any sources used. Response should be a minimum of two paragraphs.
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