Saiba o que muda com a decisão do STF sobre operações policiais no Rio

STF Decision on Police Operations in Rio

The Supreme Federal Court (STF) in Brazil approved a plan to combat police lethality during operations in Rio de Janeiro, concluding the ADPF das Favelas judgment. Key aspects of the decision include:

• Increased Federal Police (PF) Involvement: The PF will investigate interstate and international crimes and human rights violations related to criminal organizations' control of territories.
• Territorial Reoccupation Plan: The state and municipalities must develop a plan to reclaim areas controlled by criminal organizations, improving public services and youth programs.
• Relaxed Helicopter Restrictions: Previous restrictions on helicopter use are relaxed, however, the legal requirement of proportional use remains.
• Mandatory Autopsies: Autopsies are mandatory in cases of death due to police intervention.
• Expanded Camera Use: The deadline for installing cameras in police vehicles is extended to 180 days.
• Stricter Rules in Schools and Hospitals: Police entry into schools and hospitals is allowed only in cases of extreme necessity and criminal activity.
• Mental Health Program: A program to support the mental health of security agents must be created within 180 days.

Reactions: Governor Cláudio Castro and Mayor Eduardo Paes praised the decision, particularly the easing of helicopter restrictions. However, organizations like Iniciativa Direito à Memória e Justiça Racial and Complexos Advocacy de Favelas criticized the decision, viewing it as a setback for community safety. Other experts offered mixed reactions, highlighting both positive and negative aspects of the ruling, focusing on increased accountability and potential concerns about expanded police powers.