caution notice
[/ˈkɔːʃən ˈnoʊtɪs/]
nounpl: caution notices
aviso de cautela
1. An official written warning issued by law enforcement or authorities to inform a person of potential danger, legal consequences, or required behavioral changes
The driver received a caution notice for speeding in a school zone.
O motorista recebeu um aviso de cautela por excesso de velocidade em uma zona escolar.
2. In legal contexts, a formal notification informing someone of their rights before questioning or arrest
The police officer read the caution notice to the suspect before interrogation.
O policial leu o aviso de cautela para o suspeito antes do interrogatório.
3. A warning label or notice attached to a product or location indicating potential hazards
A caution notice was posted on the wet floor to prevent accidents.
Um aviso de cautela foi colocado no piso molhado para prevenir acidentes.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, caution notices serve as important legal documents. In the USA, they are frequently used in law enforcement (similar to Miranda warnings), workplace safety, and product liability. In Brazil, they are similarly employed in traffic enforcement and workplace safety regulations. The term carries legal weight and documentation is typically required for official records.
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