original statement
[/əˈrɪdʒənəl ˈsteɪtmənt/]
nounpl: original statements
declaração original
1. The first or initial statement made by a person, organization, or entity; the primary version of a statement before any modifications or retractions
The witness's original statement contradicted her testimony in court.
A declaração original da testemunha contradisse seu depoimento em tribunal.
2. In legal contexts, the first formal declaration or submission of facts before amendments or corrections
The defendant's lawyer requested to review the original statement filed with the court.
O advogado do réu solicitou revisar a declaração original apresentada ao tribunal.
3. In business or communications, the initial public or official announcement or assertion made before restatements
The company maintained their original statement despite the controversy.
A empresa manteve sua declaração original apesar da controvérsia.
In both Brazilian and American legal systems, the 'original statement' holds significant evidentiary value. In Brazil, courts often prioritize original statements (declarações originais) during judicial proceedings. In the United States, original statements are crucial in establishing credibility and are frequently contrasted with later testimony to identify inconsistencies. The term is widely used in journalism, law, business, and official communications.
Related Idioms & Phrases
stick to your original statement
stand by the original statement
contradict the original statement
in keeping with the original statement
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