Which term refers to an opinion written by a justice in the majority that outlines additional considerations he or she thinks are important?

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Peyton Bruce

Social Studies

29 November, 12:33

Which term refers to an opinion written by a justice in the majority that outlines additional considerations he or she thinks are important?

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Alyson Burke · Answer 1

I believe the correct answer is: Concurring opinion.

The concurring opinion is the term used in law that refers to an opinion written by judge/judges of court which agrees with the majority, but outlines additional considerations (different reasons) he or she thinks are important.

Even though Concurring opinions can’t change the final decision, but can serve as a persuasive argument for lawyers, in many legal systems these opinions are not reported as the court "speaks with one voice".