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Plea negotiation in Brazil: when it makes sense to accept a deal
Criminal negotiation in Brazil is no longer an exception. Since Law 9.099/1995 opened room for civil composition, penal transaction, and suspended prosecution, the topic has matured and gained new scale…
+ learn moreEnvironmental Licensing Fraud in Paraná: Who Could Be Targeted by the Investigation?Fraudes em Licenciamentos Ambientais no Paraná: quem pode ser alcançado pela investigação?
Exactly one week ago, investigations conducted by the Civil Police of Paraná (PCPR) led to the preventive arrest of an environmental engineer suspected of falsifying environmental licenses and exemptions in…
+ learn moreUnderstanding the Maria da Penha Law
The Maria da Penha Law (Law No. 11,340/2006) is considered one of the greatest legislative advances in combating domestic and family violence against women in Brazil. Created to protect victims…
+ learn moreWho can be a witness in Brazilian criminal cases? (and why it matters from day one)
Who can be a witness in Brazilian criminal cases? Quick guide to who to call, deadlines and credibility to build a strategic list and strengthen the hearing.
+ learn moreCan I be arrested just for being a company partner? The short answer — and why it’s not enough
The question “can I be arrested just for being a company partner (shareholder/director/board member)?” often arises when an investigation hits the company. The answer should be “no” because Brazilian Criminal Law is grounded in subjective…
+ learn moreIs Online Harassment a Crime? The Differences Between Libel, Defamation, and Slander
With the rise of social media and messaging apps, a common legal problem is also on the rise: online offenses that can constitute crimes against honor. Malicious comments, baseless accusations,…
+ learn moreThe Art of Not Going Beyond: Rocky II and the Burden of Proof in Criminal Proceedings
Warning: contains spoilers from Rocky I and Rocky II. In criminal proceedings, strategy is not showmanship — it is calculation. Unlike civil proceedings, where the plaintiff bears the burden of…
+ learn moreOperation Carbono Oculto: freezing of assets belonging to bona fide third parties
The Carbono Oculto Operation has drawn attention due to the scale of asset and account freezes, but an important side effect needs to be highlighted: it is possible that bona…
+ learn morePCC infiltration in companies in Brazil: how to respond?
PCC infiltration in companies is no longer a theoretical fear; it is a documented reality in Brazil. On August 28, 2025 (Thursday), the country saw a nationwide operation with 1,400 agents, approximately 350 warrants,…
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