If a judge believes that he or she should defer to the decisions made by elected representatives whenever possible,the judge likely believes in which of the following?
A)judicial activism
B)the attitudinal model of decision making
C)originalism
D)judicial restraint

Question

If a judge believes that he or she should defer to the decisions made by elected representatives whenever possible,the judge likely believes in which of the following?
A)judicial activism 
B)the attitudinal model of decision making
C)originalism
D)judicial restraint

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Judicial restraint is a legal philosophy that advocates for judges to limit their own power, defer to the decisions of the legislative and executive branches when possible, and interpret the Constitution according to its original meaning or intent. This approach often involves a reluctance to declare legislative acts unconstitutional unless absolutely necessary, reflecting a respect for the decisions made by elected representatives.

If a Judge Believes That He or She Should Defer