quick trial

[kwɪk ˈtraɪəl]
nounpl: quick trials
julgamento rápido
1. A legal proceeding conducted with expedited procedures to reach a verdict in a shorter timeframe than standard trials
The defendant requested a quick trial to resolve the case faster.
O réu solicitou um julgamento rápido para resolver o caso mais rapidamente.
2. A brief or informal test or evaluation to assess something quickly
We conducted a quick trial of the new software before full implementation.
Realizamos um julgamento rápido do novo software antes da implementação completa.
3. A preliminary test or experiment with limited duration
The manufacturer offered a quick trial period for customers to test the product.
O fabricante ofereceu um período de teste rápido para os clientes experimentarem o produto.
In Brazil, the judicial system has been implementing expedited trial procedures to reduce case backlogs. The term 'julgamento rápido' reflects the growing emphasis on judicial efficiency. In the United States, the 'Speedy Trial' is a constitutional right guaranteed by the Sixth Amendment, protecting defendants from unreasonably delayed prosecution.
NYC Slang
rush job trial / fast-track case
Synonyms / Sinônimos
expedited trialsummary trialspeedy trialfast-track trialabbreviated trial
Antonyms / Antônimos
lengthy trialprolonged trialextended trial

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
julgamento rápido
Standard term used in legal contexts
São Paulo
julgamento acelerado
More formal legal terminology commonly used in São Paulo courts
Portugal
julgamento sumário
Portuguese legal system uses 'sumário' for expedited trials
United States
speedy trial
Constitutional right in the US legal system

Related Words

expedited proceduresummary judgmentspeedy trial righttrial periodcourt proceedinglegal proceeding

Related Idioms & Phrases

get a quick trial
request a quick trial
stand quick trial
expedite trial proceedings
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