Criminal law
Federal Justice Minister Stefanie Hubig (SPD) intends to expand the murder paragraph so that femicides can be classified as murder.
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Two opinion pieces published in Folha de S.Paulo debate whether the classification of femicide as a crime, established in 2015, has helped combat violence against women. One author argues it provided visibility and accountability, while the other criticizes its ineffectiveness and disproportionality. The articles highlight the rise in cases despite legislative changes.