public inquiries
[ˈpʌblɪk ɪnˈkwaɪəriz]
nounpl: public inquiries
inquéritos públicos
1. Official investigations conducted by government or judicial authorities to examine matters of public concern, typically involving public hearings and testimony
The government launched public inquiries into the accident to determine what went wrong.
O governo iniciou inquéritos públicos sobre o acidente para determinar o que deu errado.
2. Formal examinations or investigations that are open to public scrutiny and participation
Public inquiries into corruption allegations were held in parliament.
Inquéritos públicos sobre denúncias de corrupção foram realizados no parlamento.
3. Judicial or administrative proceedings where evidence is heard in public to investigate matters of public interest
The public inquiries revealed serious misconduct by government officials.
Os inquéritos públicos revelaram má conduta grave de autoridades governamentais.
Public inquiries are important mechanisms in both Brazilian and Anglo-American legal systems for ensuring governmental accountability and transparency. In Brazil, they are particularly significant following major incidents or corruption allegations. The term is formal and primarily used in legal, governmental, and journalistic contexts.
Related Idioms & Phrases
to conduct a public inquiry
to launch public inquiries
public inquiry into allegations
open a public inquiry
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