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Brazil Supreme Court justice seeks 18-month transition for Clean Record Law changes

Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Gilmar Mendes requested an 18-month modulation for the application of changes to the Clean Record Law (Lei da Ficha Limpa), citing flaws in the new counting of ineligibility periods. Justice Flávio Dino interrupted the virtual plenary session, indicating ongoing deliberation. The outcome will affect the political eligibility of numerous candidates in upcoming elections.

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Source credibility0.4

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#clean record law #election law #supreme court #brazil #political eligibility

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Brazil Supreme Court Deliberates Clean Record Law Ineligibility Period Changes

Brazil's Supreme Federal Court (STF) is deliberating proposed changes to the Clean Record Law (Lei da Ficha Limpa) regarding the counting of ineligibility periods. Justice Gilmar Mendes has requested an 18-month modulation for the application of these changes, citing flaws in the current counting methodology. The virtual plenary session was interrupted by Justice Flávio Dino, indicating ongoing deliberation and an uncertain outcome.

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