A decision requires authority and justificationIn applying the law to the facts, the judges must explain the authority for their decision and the justice of the result. If the decision stands on strong principles, we must still look to see whether the opinion is logical and consistent. |
Ponder v. Graham
4 Fla. 23 (1851)REASONING: While the legislature may make the rules of marriage and divorce, the granting of divorces is a judicial function. The court questions precedents from other states based on Parliament's alleged authority to grant divorces. [An issue at the time but not today] The principle of separation of powers embodied in both federal and state constitutions establishes these differences in function.
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