judge's ruling

[dʒʌdʒɪz ˈruːlɪŋ]
nounpl: judge's rulings
decisão do juiz
1. an official decision or determination made by a judge in a court of law
The judge's ruling in favor of the plaintiff was unexpected.
A decisão do juiz a favor do autor foi inesperada.
2. a judicial pronouncement that establishes legal precedent or resolves a dispute
The judge's ruling set an important precedent for future cases.
A decisão do juiz estabeleceu um precedente importante para casos futuros.
3. an authoritative pronouncement or judgment on a matter within a judge's jurisdiction
We must comply with the judge's ruling immediately.
Devemos cumprir a decisão do juiz imediatamente.
In Brazil, judge's rulings are a fundamental part of the judicial system inherited from Portuguese civil law tradition. They carry significant legal weight and must be formally complied with. Unlike common law countries, Brazilian judges have more investigative roles. The term 'decisão do juiz' is used formally in legal documents and courtroom proceedings, while 'sentença' specifically refers to a final judgment in a case.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
judicial decisioncourt decisionverdictjudgmentpronouncementorderdetermination
Antonyms / Antônimos
acquittaldismissalreversal

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
decisão do juiz
most common formal term used in Brazilian legal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
sentença do juiz
alternative legal terminology, emphasis on formal sentencing
São Paulo
decisão judicial
broader term encompassing all judicial decisions
Portugal
decisão do tribunal
Portuguese uses 'tribunal' more frequently; 'sentença' is also common

Related Words

appealverdictsentencinglegal precedentinjunctioncourt orderjudicial review

Related Idioms & Phrases

to abide by the judge's ruling
to appeal the judge's ruling
to respect the judge's ruling
to contest the judge's ruling
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