Why do political actors tolerate courts able to check their power? This book argues that judicial independence as electorally-induced 'insurance' is about the r

This book argues that explaining judicial independence-considered the fundamental question of comparative law and politics-requires a perspective that spans the

This book argues that independent courts can defend democracy by encouraging political elites to more prudently exercise their powers.

To what extent do courts in Latin America protect individual rights and limit governments? This volume answers these fundamental questions by bringing together

This volume explores the form and function of constitutions in countries without the fully articulated institutions of limited government.