Cármen Lúcia, the president of Brazil's Superior Electoral Court (TSE), has called for an end to telework in the Electoral Justice system during a meeting with various Presidents of State Electoral Courts (TREs). This directive comes in light of the new post-pandemic reality and aims to streamline the process of voter registration in areas where there are still outstanding issues. Cármen emphasized the need for improved efficiency and effectiveness in carrying out electoral duties.

The meeting included discussions on conduct recommendations for magistrates, which are intended to lay the groundwork for a more comprehensive code of ethics that has been proposed by Minister Edson Fachin for the Supreme Federal Court. Cármen stressed that the return to in-person operations is critical for enhancing transparency and responsiveness within the electoral justice framework, particularly as Brazil prepares for future elections.

Reactions from the state electoral court presidents were generally supportive, publicly praising Cármen's initiative to improve transparency in judicial actions. However, some concerns were expressed privately regarding the challenges that come with transitioning back to in-person work, especially in regions where resources and infrastructure may still be recovering from the disruptions caused by the pandemic. As Brazil moves forward, the effectiveness of these changes will be crucial in ensuring proper electoral processes are upheld.