PF cites law on indications of crimes committed by magistrates when delivering report to STF on Vorcaro's phone
The Federal Police of Brazil reported to the Supreme Federal Court regarding suspicious activities related to magistrates after examining Daniel Vorcaro's phone.
The Federal Police (PF) has submitted a report to the Supreme Federal Court (STF) involving the analysis of files discovered on the phone of Daniel Vorcaro, the owner of Banco Master. In their communication, the PF referenced an article from the Organic Law of the Magistracy, which outlines circumstances where there are indications of crimes committed by magistrates. Additionally, they noted a section from the internal regulations of the STF concerning declaration of suspicion, which allows a judge to acknowledge their inability to preside over a case due to potential bias.
The investigation into Vorcaro's phone revealed connections to Minister Dias Toffoli, who is currently overseeing the inquiry into Banco Master at the STF. This relationship raised questions about potential conflicts of interest; however, sources indicated that the PF did not request Toffoli's recusal from the case. This lack of action may suggest that the PF did not see sufficient grounds to claim that Toffoli could not fairly oversee the investigation.
The implications of the PF's report extend beyond the specific case of Vorcaro, as it highlights ongoing scrutiny regarding the conduct of magistrates and the mechanisms in place to address possible judicial misconduct. As Brazil deals with issues of corruption within its judiciary, this case may influence public perception and the integrity of the judiciary, potentially leading to reforms in how cases involving judges are handled by law enforcement agencies.