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CNJ demands explanations on acquittal of vulnerable rape suspect
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The National Justice Oversight Board ordered the Minas Gerais Court of Justice and Judge Magid Nauef Láuar to provide explanations within five days regarding the decision acquitting a 35-year-old man accused of raping a 12-year-old girl in 2024. The acquittal, issued by the TJMG's 9th Specialized Criminal Chamber, sparked negative backlash and criticism from politicians and experts. The Minas Gerais Prosecutor's Office plans to appeal the ruling.
Brazil's National Justice Council (CNJ) ordered the precautionary removal of TJMG judge Alexandre Victor de Carvalho over suspicions of favoritism in the 123 Milhas judicial recovery process. The decision came from Justice Minister Mauro Campbell. The Minas Gerais Court of Justice (TJMG) said it has appointed a replacement and will comply.
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Brazil's STF and CNJ condemned racist attacks against two black magistrates during a live broadcast and alerted the police to identify those responsible. The bodies requested the breach of data secrecy from the offenders.