Noun
/dolo/
In the Spanish language, "dolo" generally refers to wrongful intention or malice related to a deceitful or fraudulent action. It is a significant term in law, particularly in criminal law, where it indicates the intention to commit a crime. "Dolo" is frequently discussed in contexts involving legal proceedings, contracts, and tortious actions.
The term is used more often in written contexts, particularly in legal documents and academic texts. It is less common in everyday oral speech, but may still be encountered in discussions involving legal responsibilities or ethics.
El contrato fue anulado por dolo en la firma.
The contract was annulled due to fraud in the signature.
Se comprobó que actuó con dolo al presentar pruebas falsas.
It was proven that he acted with malice by presenting false evidence.
La ley castiga el dolo con severas penas.
The law punishes deceit with severe penalties.
El juez determinó que el acusado actuó con dolo al defraudar a sus inversores.
The judge determined that the defendant acted with malice by defrauding his investors.
Dolo eventual
Eventual deceit/malice
En este caso hay dolo eventual, ya que se sabía que las acciones causarían daño.
In this case, there is eventual malice, as it was known that the actions would cause harm.
Dolo directo
Direct deceit/malice
Cometió el delito con dolo directo, sabiendo exactamente lo que hacía.
He committed the crime with direct malice, fully aware of what he was doing.
Cometer dolo
To commit deceit/malice
Si decides cometer dolo, enfrentarás serias consecuencias legales.
If you choose to commit deceit, you will face serious legal consequences.
Dolo en contravención
Malice in violation
The word "dolo" originates from the Latin term "dolus," which means trickery, deceit, or fraud. Usage of the term has evolved through legal contexts and is now prevalent in discussions of law and ethics.