closed hearings
[/kloʊzd ˈhɪrɪŋz/]
nounpl: closed hearings
audiências fechadas
1. Legal proceedings or court sessions that are not open to the public, typically held in camera or in private
The judge ordered closed hearings to protect the identity of the minor witnesses.
O juiz ordenou audiências fechadas para proteger a identidade das testemunhas menores.
2. Legislative or administrative proceedings conducted privately rather than in open session
The committee held closed hearings regarding the classified national security matter.
O comitê realizou audiências fechadas sobre a questão classificada de segurança nacional.
3. Judicial meetings restricted to authorized personnel only, excluding press and public spectators
Closed hearings are sometimes necessary to maintain the integrity of ongoing investigations.
Audiências fechadas são às vezes necessárias para manter a integridade de investigações em andamento.
In both Brazilian and American legal systems, closed hearings are used to protect sensitive information, witness safety, or matters involving minors. In Brazil, they're governed by procedures outlined in the Código de Processo Civil (Civil Procedure Code). In the USA, the practice dates back to English common law traditions and is enshrined in various state and federal statutes. The distinction between public access and closed proceedings reflects the balance between transparency and privacy in judicial systems.
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