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dicta definition – statement of opinion or belief made by a court that is authoritative, though not binding on lower courts. Generally, a court will rule on one issue, but give an opinion on a similar issue that is not essential to the case. That opinion, which can be used to advise lower courts, is called dicta.
 

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