nounmasculinepl: juizados
small claims court; court of first instance; judicial district
1. A lower court with jurisdiction over minor civil and criminal cases, typically handling claims below a certain monetary value
She filed a complaint in the small claims court to recover the money owed by her neighbor.
Ela entrou com uma reclamação no juizado para recuperar o dinheiro que seu vizinho lhe devia.
2. The office or jurisdiction of a judge or judicial authority at a local level
The juizado handles cases up to a specific financial limit established by law.
O juizado resolve casos até um limite financeiro específico estabelecido por lei.
3. A court or tribunal established for a particular purpose or locality
The specialized juizado for consumer disputes has been very effective.
O juizado especializado em questões de consumidor tem sido muito eficaz.
In Brazil, the 'Juizado Especial de Pequenas Causas' (Small Claims Court) is an important institution providing access to justice for common citizens seeking to resolve minor disputes without expensive legal representation. It represents a democratization of the legal system, allowing individuals to file complaints directly without requiring a lawyer in many cases.
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