judicial hearing

[dʒuˈdɪʃəl ˈhɪrɪŋ]
nounpl: judicial hearings
audiência judicial
1. A formal court proceeding where evidence is presented and arguments are heard before a judge or judicial officer
The judicial hearing was scheduled for next month to determine the custody of the child.
A audiência judicial foi marcada para o próximo mês para determinar a guarda da criança.
2. A session in court where witnesses testify and legal arguments are presented regarding a specific case
During the judicial hearing, both attorneys presented their evidence to support their claims.
Durante a audiência judicial, ambos os advogados apresentaram suas provas para apoiar suas alegações.
3. An official court session held to examine facts or law in a legal dispute
The judicial hearing resulted in a favorable verdict for the plaintiff.
A audiência judicial resultou em uma sentença favorável para o autor da ação.
In Brazil, judicial hearings are formal proceedings governed by the Code of Civil Procedure (CPC). They are fundamental to the Brazilian legal system and represent a critical opportunity for parties to present their case. In the USA, judicial hearings vary depending on state and federal court systems, with specific procedural rules and timeframes. Both systems emphasize the importance of legal representation and proper documentation.
NYC Slang
court date / day in court
Synonyms / Sinônimos
court hearingtrial hearinglegal proceedingcourt sessionoral argument
Antonyms / Antônimos
dismissaldefault judgment

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
audiência judicial
Standard legal term used throughout Brazil
São Paulo
audiência em juízo
Alternative formal expression commonly used in São Paulo's legal system
Rio de Janeiro
audiência judicial / sessão de julgamento
Both terms are used interchangeably in Rio's courts
Portugal
audiência de julgamento / sessão de julgamento
Portuguese legal terminology differs slightly; 'sessão de julgamento' is preferred

Related Words

judgeverdicttestimonyevidenceattorneycourtroomlitigationlegal brief

Related Idioms & Phrases

have one's day in court
in camera hearing
ex parte hearing
pre-trial hearing
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