Dictum Definition
dĭktəm
dicta, dictums
noun
dictums
A statement or saying, esp. a formal statement.
Webster's New World
A judge's remark or observation on some point of law which is not essential to the case in question, hence not binding as a legal precedent.
Webster's New World
In a court’s decision, a statement of opinion or of a general rule that is explanatory or suggestive only, and not binding on courts in future cases, because it does not form part of the court’s central argument. For example, a judge’s suggestion as to how she might decide a related controversy not presently before her would be considered dictum.
Webster's New World Law
Dictum is defined as a statement or ruling that is from an official source or that expresses a principle.
An example of dictum is a rule found in the Constitution or a ruling issued by a judge.
YourDictionary
The report of a judgment made by one of the judges who has given it.
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