12. Why might the Supreme Court invoke stare decisis?

a. To reinforce a previous decision that can be applied as precedent in future cases.

b. To send a message to the lower courts to stop bringing frivolous lawsuits to the Supreme Court.

To overturn a previous decision and establish precedent that can be applied to future cases.

d. To assert its power over cases involving states and foreign nations.

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Rachel Marks

25 September, 23:45

12. Why might the Supreme Court invoke stare decisis?

a. To reinforce a previous decision that can be applied as precedent in future cases.

b. To send a message to the lower courts to stop bringing frivolous lawsuits to the Supreme Court.

To overturn a previous decision and establish precedent that can be applied to future cases.

d. To assert its power over cases involving states and foreign nations.

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Giuliana Peters · Answer 1

The answer is a.

explanation: stare decisis is a legal doctrine that obligates courts to follow principles and rules established by previous legal cases (precedent)