On Tuesday, October 24, the Santa Catarina Legislative Assembly passed a significant proposal aimed at enhancing transparency and accountability regarding violence against law enforcement. The approved project, known as Bill 443/2024 and introduced by Deputy Alex Brasil (PL), mandates the creation of a public registry that will include detailed information on individuals convicted of murdering police officers, military firefighters, civil police, scientific police, penitentiary police, educational security agents, and municipal guards while they were performing their duties or as a consequence of their duties.

The bill stipulates that individuals listed must have received a final conviction (a ruling that allows no further appeals) for committing homicide against any of the aforementioned security personnel. Once the law is officially submitted to the governor, a 15-business-day period will commence for legal and technical reviews before it can be enacted. This legislative move reflects a growing concern about the safety of law enforcement officers in Brazil and aims to provide a mechanism for public awareness regarding the dangers faced by these individuals in their line of work.

The broader implications of this measure may also influence public perception of violence against police officers and could lead to discussions about criminal justice reforms and the protection afforded to those who serve in dangerous roles. As the bill progresses through the legislative and gubernatorial review, it stands as a pivotal step toward addressing the severe issue of violence against public servants in Brazil, particularly within the context of increasing crime rates in various regions of the country.