Any legal authority, or source of law, that a court may look to for guidance but that it is not required to follow in making its decision is called a __________authority.

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Persuasive authority refers to sources of law that a court can consult for guidance but is not obligated to follow. These can influence the court's decision but do not have the binding power that primary or binding authorities possess.

Any Legal Authority, or Source of Law, That a Court