# Binding Precedent

**IRI:** https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/R9wUQCNfdSnHyqxrNwDFp1t

## Labels

**Preferred Label:** Mandatory Authority

**Alternative Labels:**

- Compulsory Precedent

## Definition

Binding Precedent is a legal principle established in a previous case that must be followed by all lower courts in the same jurisdiction when deciding subsequent cases with similar facts or legal issues. It is a fundamental aspect of common law legal systems and ensures consistency and predictability in the application of law.

## Sub Class Of

- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/R8YpJBaF5zesoc0jtaNESdQ

**Deprecated:** False