11 After they have interpreted the law and declared their verdict, the sentence they impose must be fully executed; do not modify it in any way.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Deuteronomy 17:11

Commentary on Deuteronomy 17:8-13

(Read Deuteronomy 17:8-13)

Courts of judgment were to be set up in every city. Though their judgment had not the Divine authority of an oracle, it was the judgment of wise, prudent, experienced men, and had the advantage of a Divine promise.