matter reconsideration

[ˈmætər ˌriːkənˈsɪdəreɪʃən]
nounpl: matters reconsideration
reconsideração de matéria
1. A legal or administrative process of reviewing a previously decided case, decision, or matter to determine if it should be reconsidered or reversed
The defendant filed a motion for matter reconsideration after discovering new evidence.
O réu apresentou uma moção para reconsideração de matéria após descobrir novas provas.
2. The act of thinking again about a subject, case, or issue with fresh perspective or new information
Matter reconsideration was granted by the court due to procedural errors.
A reconsideração de matéria foi concedida pelo tribunal devido a erros procedimentais.
This is primarily legal terminology used in both American and Brazilian judicial systems. In Brazil, 'reconsideração de matéria' is a formal procedural mechanism within the civil and commercial court systems. The phrase is technical and not commonly used in everyday conversation, being restricted to legal professionals, judges, and litigants involved in formal court proceedings.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
reconsiderationreviewre-examinationappeal for reconsiderationmotion for reconsideration
Antonyms / Antônimos
final decisionconclusive judgmentsettled matter

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
reconsideração de matéria
Standard legal terminology used in Brazilian courts
São Paulo
reconsideração de matéria
Common in São Paulo's commercial and civil courts
Portugal
reconsideração do assunto
Portuguese legal system may use 'reconsideração do assunto' as alternative

Related Words

appealpetitionrehearingjudicial reviewmotionlitigation

Related Idioms & Phrases

file for matter reconsideration
grant matter reconsideration
motion for matter reconsideration
appeal for matter reconsideration
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