News24 | Brazil's Congress moves to lower age of criminal responsibility to 16

Brazil's Congress has advanced a proposal to lower the age of criminal responsibility from 18 to 16 years old. This legislative move is a significant priority for right-wing political factions in the country. The push comes as crime remains a dominant issue for voters in the lead-up to the October elections.

This change could significantly alter the justice system's approach to young offenders and reflects a major political debate on public safety.