STF condemns Eduardo Bolsonaro to one year in detention for defamation
Journalist, with a postgraduate degree in marketing and a master's degree in communication and consumption. Specialist in communication and consumption and political analysis.
TL;DR
- Eduardo Bolsonaro was sentenced to one year of detention by the STF for defamation against Tabata Amaral.
- The sentence includes a fine of 39 days-multa, totaling over R$ 80,000.
- The case originated from social media posts in 2021 criticizing Amaral's support for a project distributing free sanitary pads.
- Minister Alexandre de Moraes ruled that Bolsonaro's statements exceeded political debate and harmed Amaral's honor.
- Seven ministers voted for conviction, while three voted for acquittal, arguing parliamentary immunity.
- Eduardo Bolsonaro is currently in the United States and had his mandate revoked by the Chamber of Deputies due to excessive absences.