Justice Ministry

Justice and Public Security Minister Wellington César Lima e Silva has invited Piauí's Public Security Secretary Francisco Lucas Costa Veloso, known as Chico Lucas, to lead the National Public Security Secretariat. The announcement is expected this week. Lucas is a trusted figure of Governor Rafael Fonteles and was requested by the National Council of Public Security Secretaries.

January 10, 2026 Reported by AI

The Ministry of Justice and Public Security announced it will address requests from deputy Erika Hilton to regulate beach services in Brazil and prevent consumer abuses. The initiative includes guidance for Procons and a good practices manual. The measure responds to complaints of excessive charges in tourist destinations.