An opinion written to stress a different constitutional or legal basis for the judgment is called a(n)

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A concurring opinion is written by a judge who agrees with the outcome of a case but disagrees with the legal or constitutional basis for the majority opinion. This opinion presents an alternative reasoning for the decision that may be useful in future cases or in shaping public policy. A dissenting opinion, on the other hand, is written by a judge who disagrees with the majority outcome of the case itself, while a majority opinion represents the view of the court's majority on the case's facts and issues. Amending and minority opinions are not recognized legal terms.

An Opinion Written to Stress a Different Constitutional or Legal