authentic petition
[/ɔːˈθɛntɪk pəˈtɪʃən/]
noun phrasepl: authentic petitions
petição autêntica
1. A formal written request signed by genuine individuals with legitimate authority or standing, submitted to a government body, institution, or official authority
The authentic petition for zoning change was signed by 500 verified residents of the neighborhood.
A petição autêntica para mudança de zoneamento foi assinada por 500 moradores verificados do bairro.
2. A legal document that presents a genuine grievance or request supported by verifiable signatures and factual evidence
An authentic petition requires documentation proving the signatories' identities and their connection to the matter.
Uma petição autêntica exige documentação que comprove as identidades dos signatários e sua conexão com o assunto.
3. A petition that meets formal legal requirements and cannot be challenged as fraudulent or improperly constituted
The court accepted the authentic petition as admissible evidence in the case.
O tribunal aceitou a petição autêntica como prova admissível no caso.
In Brazilian legal culture, 'petição autêntica' is a formal administrative term that carries significant weight in government proceedings and public consultations. Petitions have gained prominence in Brazil through online platforms and citizen engagement initiatives. In the USA, authentic petitions are central to democratic processes, particularly at local and state levels, where they can trigger referendums or force policy reviews. The term emphasizes legitimacy and verification, which is increasingly important given concerns about fake online petitions.
Related Idioms & Phrases
file an authentic petition
authentic petition of right
authenticate a petition
authentic petition for redress
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