defendants

[/dɪˈfɛndənts/]
nounpl: defendants
réus
1. persons or organizations accused of a crime or sued in a civil lawsuit
The defendants pleaded not guilty to the charges.
Os réus se declararam inocentes das acusações.
2. parties being sued in a legal proceeding
The defendants were ordered to pay damages to the plaintiff.
Os réus foram condenados a pagar indenização ao autor.
In both Brazilian and American legal systems, the term 'defendants' is fundamental to courtroom terminology. Brazilian courts use 'réus' in formal proceedings, while 'acusados' is more colloquial. The concept emphasizes legal rights and due process protections guaranteed to those accused of crimes.
NYC Slang
the perps (perpetrators)
Synonyms / Sinônimos
accusedrespondentsculpritsperpetrators
Antonyms / Antônimos
plaintiffsprosecutorsclaimants

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
réus
standard legal term used in courts
General Brazilian
acusados
commonly used in criminal proceedings
Portugal
réus
standard legal terminology, same as Brazil
Portugal
arguidos
used specifically for criminal suspects under investigation

Related Words

triallawsuitchargesprosecutionverdictcourt

Related Idioms & Phrases

defendants' bench
defendants' rights
to stand trial as defendants
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