The Institute for Justice, a neutral party in a court proceeding, filed a brief intended to aid the court in arriving at a decision. The brief in this instance is called an) _____________.

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An amicus curiae, or "friend of the court," brief is filed by a party who is not directly involved in the case but has an interest in the outcome and wishes to provide the court with additional information or arguments that may be relevant to the decision. The Institute for Justice would be considered a neutral third party and may file an amicus brief to provide insight and information to the court.

The Institute for Justice, a Neutral Party in a Court