judicial proceeding
[ˈdʒuːdɪʃəl prəˈsiːdɪŋ]
nounpl: judicial proceedings
processo judicial
1. A formal legal action or series of actions taken in a court of law
The judicial proceeding lasted for three years before a final verdict was reached.
O processo judicial durou três anos antes que uma sentença final fosse proferida.
2. The formal course of action and procedure followed by a court in dealing with a case
All judicial proceedings must follow the established rules of civil procedure.
Todos os processos judiciais devem seguir as regras estabelecidas de procedimento civil.
3. The formal steps and legal formalities involved in taking a case to court
The defendant initiated judicial proceedings against the company for breach of contract.
O réu iniciou processo judicial contra a empresa por violação de contrato.
In Brazil, judicial proceedings are governed by the Civil Procedure Code (Código de Processo Civil). The judicial system is known for being lengthy, with cases often taking several years to reach a final verdict. In the USA, judicial proceedings vary by state and federal jurisdiction, with different procedural rules. The term is formal and widely used in both legal professional and official contexts.
Related Idioms & Phrases
to initiate a judicial proceeding
to dismiss a judicial proceeding
to conclude a judicial proceeding
judicial proceeding pending
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