Information AboutObiter Dictum |
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An example of an instance where a court opinion may include obiter dicta is where a court rules that it lacks Jurisdiction to hear a case or dismisses the case on a Technicality . If the court in such a case offers opinions on the merits of the case, such opinions may constitute obiter dicta. Less clear-cut instances of obiter dicta occur where a judge makes a side comment in an opinion to provide context for other parts of the opinion, or makes a thorough exploration of a relevant area of law. The ratio of the dissenting judge also contributes towards the obiter of the case. |
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