what does independence of the judiciary mean?
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- Judicial independence means that courts enforce the law and resolve disputes without regard to the power and preferences of the parties appearing before them (La Porta et al. 2004). Its theoretical antecedents are traced to the Enlightenment, and its application in practice dates to the US Constitution.
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Judicial independence
Definition. Judicial independence means that courts enforce the law and resolve disputes without regard to the power and preferences of the parties appearing before them (La Porta et al. 2004). Its theoretical antecedents are traced to the Enlightenment, and its application in practice dates to the US Constitution.
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An independent judiciary means a justice system that is not influenced by either the legislative or executive branch. It is free to make decisions based upon law, not upon men or pressure from other groups.Judges and juries are free from influence and can make fair and honest decisions about cases.
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