arbitrary and capricious review
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From 401 U.S. 402 - Citizens to Preserve Overton Park, Inc. v. Volpe · 1971Most cited · 18,372 citing opinions
the court must consider whether the decision was based on a consideration of the relevant factors and whether there has been a clear error of judgment. Although this inquiry into the facts is to be searching and careful, the ultimate standard of review is a narrow one. The court is not empowered to substitute its judgment for that of the agency.