Discretion
Acting on one's own authority and judgement / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Discretion has the meaning of acting on one's own authority and judgment. In law, discretion as to legal rulings, such as whether evidence is excluded at a trial, may be exercised by a judge.
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The ability to make decisions which represent a responsible choice and for which an understanding of what is lawful, right or wise may be presupposed.[1]