Asked by Fwendé Renard on Jul 09, 2024
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Explain the differences between concurring and dissenting opinion.
Concurring Opinion
A separate judicial opinion that agrees with the court's conclusion but differs on the reasoning or principles behind the decision.
Dissenting Opinion
A legal opinion in court rulings written by one or more judges expressing disagreement with the majority opinion of the court.
- Understand the procedural aspects of the Supreme Court, including writ of certiorari, oral arguments, and decision-making processes.
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Hilda Quintanilla-MachucaJul 12, 2024
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A concurring opinion is a written statement by a Supreme Court justice about why he or she agrees with the decision reached in a case by the majority of the Court but not with the majority reasoning, whereas a dissenting opinion is a written statement about why he or she disagrees with the decision.
A concurring opinion is a written statement by a Supreme Court justice about why he or she agrees with the decision reached in a case by the majority of the Court but not with the majority reasoning, whereas a dissenting opinion is a written statement about why he or she disagrees with the decision.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the procedural aspects of the Supreme Court, including writ of certiorari, oral arguments, and decision-making processes.