The City Council of Guarapuava, located in the central region of Paraná, has made a controversial decision not to remove councilor Kenny Rogers (MDB) from office, despite his conviction for drunk driving that resulted in the death of an elderly man. This decision came after a request from the Electoral Public Ministry urging his immediate removal due to a breach of parliamentary decorum. The council's Ethics Committee decided to grant Rogers a period to present his defense before any final decision regarding his mandate is taken.

Kenny Rogers, who is politically known as "Kenny do Cartório", received a sentence in January of 7 years, 5 months, and 24 days in semi-open prison; however, he remains free and continues to serve in his position. The accident that led to his conviction occurred in December 2024, just days before he took office as a councilor. Security camera footage captured the moment of the accident, which shows Rogers' vehicle striking the elderly man before crashing and overturning, raising severe public and ethical concerns regarding his fitness to serve in politics.

The decision by the Council reflects a significant tension between legal rulings and political responsibilities, as the council weighs the implications of removing a convicted official from his position against his rights to due process. The Electoral Public Ministry's insistence on immediate action brings forth important discussions about accountability and the standards expected from elected representatives in Brazil.