Which doctrine binds courts of equal or lesser levels within a jurisdiction to the principles established by higher appellate courts within the same jurisdiction?

Stare decisis

Explanation:

Stare decisis is a legal principle of deciding on a case based on precedent established by another court, majorly a superior court like the states Supreme Court or The Supreme Court of the United states. These established

legal doctrines serve as a guide to judges in passing judgement in a case.

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