On November 11, the São Paulo Justice Court ruled that journalist Paulo Cezar de Andrade Prado must pay R$ 10,000 in damages for moral misconduct to Artur Dian, the General Delegate of the Civil Police. This decision came after allegations made by Prado on his blog suggesting that Dian had connections to organized crime and illegal betting activities. The ruling highlighted the serious nature of the claims, which lacked substantiated evidence and were deemed defamatory.

The legal action was spearheaded by lawyer Fernando José da Costa, representing Dian. It was noted that Prado has faced multiple lawsuits for libel, slander, and defamation in the past, including a history of arrests. The court found Prado's reporting to be misleading and not factually accurate, citing specific instances where addresses of companies were incorrectly stated, reflecting a careless disregard for truthfulness.

In addition to the financial penalty, Prado has been mandated to remove two specific articles from his blog that referenced Dian. The ruling underscores the judiciary's stance on media accountability and the importance of integrity in reporting, particularly concerning serious allegations that can harm reputations. As of now, Prado has not responded publicly to the court's ruling or the implications it carries for his journalistic practices.