preliminary decision
[/prɪˈlɪmɪneri dɪˈsɪʒən/]
nounpl: preliminary decisions
decisão preliminar
1. A tentative or initial decision made before a final determination, often subject to change after further consideration or review
The judge issued a preliminary decision before the full trial began.
O juiz emitiu uma decisão preliminar antes do julgamento completo começar.
2. An interim ruling or judgment made in the early stages of a legal proceeding or formal process
The committee reached a preliminary decision to approve the project proposal.
O comitê chegou a uma decisão preliminar para aprovar a proposta do projeto.
The concept of preliminary decisions is significant in both American and Brazilian legal systems, where judges and administrative bodies often issue such rulings during court proceedings or government processes. In Brazil, 'decisão preliminar' is commonly used in judicial contexts (Poder Judiciário) and administrative proceedings (processos administrativos). This reflects the civil law tradition's structured approach to litigation and decision-making processes.
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