A U.S. Supreme Court decision refers to a ruling made by the highest court in the United States, which has the final authority to interpret and apply the Constitution.
Related terms
Precedent: A precedent is an earlier court decision that serves as a guide or rule for future cases.
Judicial Review: Judicial review is the power of courts, especially the Supreme Court, to determine if laws or government actions are constitutional.
Stare Decisis: Stare decisis is Latin for "to stand by things decided." It refers to the principle that courts should follow established precedents when making decisions.