Judicial independence

Judicial philosophy
Philosophy of law
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Judicial independence is a term that has two distinct meanings as it applies to matters of the judiciary. In one context, it refers to the judiciary's role as a co-equal branch of government, i.e. a separation of powers context. In the other commonly used context, it refers to a manner of judicial philosophy.