poder competente
[pɔˈðeɾ kõ̃peˈtẽtʃi]
noun phrasemasculinepl: poderes competentes
competent authority
1. A government agency, official, or institution that has the legal authority and jurisdiction to make decisions or take actions in a specific matter
The competent authority must approve all permits before construction begins.
O poder competente deve aprovar todas as licenças antes do início da construção.
2. The appropriate governmental body with proper jurisdiction to handle a legal or administrative case
You must file your complaint with the competent authority in your jurisdiction.
Você deve apresentar sua reclamação ao poder competente em sua jurisdição.
3. In legal contexts, the relevant court or judicial body with proper authority over a case
The matter will be decided by the competent authority according to applicable law.
A questão será decidida pelo poder competente de acordo com a lei aplicável.
This is a formal legal term commonly used in Brazilian administrative and judicial systems. In Brazil, citizens and businesses frequently need to identify and petition the correct 'poder competente' to resolve disputes, obtain permits, or file complaints. The concept is fundamental to Brazilian bureaucracy and legal proceedings, reflecting the importance of proper jurisdiction and authority.
Related Idioms & Phrases
recorrer ao poder competente - to appeal to the competent authority
na falta do poder competente - in the absence of the competent authority
conforme o poder competente - as per the competent authority
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