lawful grounds
[ˈlɔːfəl ɡraʊndz]
noun phrase
fundamentos legais
1. legitimate legal reasons or basis for taking action, making a decision, or filing a claim in court
The judge dismissed the case because the plaintiff had no lawful grounds for the lawsuit.
O juiz rejeitou o processo porque o autor não tinha fundamentos legais para a ação judicial.
2. valid legal justification recognized by law for a particular action or claim
Divorce on lawful grounds requires proof of infidelity or abandonment in some jurisdictions.
O divórcio por fundamentos legais requer prova de infidelidade ou abandono em algumas jurisdições.
3. proper and legally sufficient reasons that satisfy the requirements of the law
The officer searched the house only on lawful grounds with a valid warrant.
O oficial revistou a casa apenas com fundamentos legais e com um mandado válido.
This is primarily legal terminology used in both American and Brazilian legal systems. In Brazil, 'fundamentos legais' is essential in judicial proceedings and contract law. The phrase is formal and technical, appearing frequently in court documents, judicial decisions, and legal arguments. Understanding this term is crucial for anyone involved in litigation or legal matters.
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