Moraes orders Eduardo's arrest and cancellation of his passports

Graduated in journalism from Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie, he is an editor in Brasília. At Oeste, he worked as a special reporter, assistant editor, and writer. He began his career at Veja magazine, in Augusto Nunes's column. He covers politics, the Judiciary, and the World.

Moraes orders Eduardo's arrest and cancellation of his passports

TL;DR

  • Minister Alexandre de Moraes ordered the arrest of Eduardo Bolsonaro and the cancellation of his passports.
  • Eduardo Bolsonaro was sentenced to four years and two months in semi-open regime for alleged coercion in the course of proceedings.
  • The STF's 1st Panel found that Bolsonaro used his position to seek foreign sanctions against Brazilian authorities.
  • The conviction includes a fine of 50 days-fine, each equivalent to two minimum wages.
  • The STF decision is final, with no possibility of further appeals.
  • Moraes also ordered the notification of the Superior Electoral Court regarding the suspension of Bolsonaro's political rights.