They accuse the former president of Brazil of having tried to stop the assumption of Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in January 2023.
Jair Bolsonaro faces a trial against him for a coup attempt in 2023.
The Supreme Court of Brazil He set for him September 2 The beginning of oral trial against the former president Jair Bolsonaroaccused of having tried to stop the assumption of Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in January 2023.
The hearings were scheduled by the president of the First section of the Supreme Court, Cristiano Zanin. The cause could lead to a conviction up to 40 years in prison.
As detailed by the official statement, the cause will be debated in “Extraordinary sessions on September 2, 3, 9, 10 and 12”after the request raised by the Rapporteur of the case, Alexandre de Moraes. In addition, others will be judged Seven defendantsindicated as part of the “Central nucleus” of the plot. All face charges for the crimes of coup d’etat, attempt to Abolition of the Democratic State of Law, Armed Association and Public heritage deterioration.
The Attorney General of the Republic will intervene, Paulo Gonetand the defense lawyers of the eight defendants. Each part, the prosecution and defense must present its oral allegations within the period of one hour. The only exception refers to General Prosecutorwho can be granted an additional term if the trial involves more than one accused. However, this extension is subject to the authorization of the President of the First Section.
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Jair Bolsonaro asked for his acquittal and declared himself innocent
He Brazilian former president Jair Bolsonaro claimed his acquittal In the trial for the attempted coup against Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva And I know declared innocentarguing that the accusation lacks “Solid evidence” And it relies on “Distorted interpretations”.
His lawyers presented to the Supreme Federal Court (STF) A 19 pages allegation, cited by AFP. “At no time Jair Bolsonaro practiced any behavior that was intended to prevent or hinder the Take possession of the then elected president. “
In addition, they stressed that there is no “crime configuration” and that the tax accusation is based on “distorted illations and interpretations.”
Source: Ambito
