The principle by which judges are bound to precedents is known as stare decisis. Black's Law Dictionary defines precedent as a rule of law established for the first time by a court for a particular type of case and thereafter referred to in deciding similar cases..
Oak Island is a seaside town located mostly on the barrier island of Oak Island (which also contains the town of Caswell Beach), in Brunswick County, North Carolina.
Oak Harbor is the largest town on Whidbey Island, located in Puget Sound. Once a rural community, Oak Harbor is experiencing rapid growth and commercial development. SIG funding was awarded to the Island County/Stanwood Community Public Health and Safety Network, which turned over the lead agency position to Oak Harbor School District.