On Tuesday, the National Justice Council (CNJ) unanimously decided to suspend Judge Carlos Henrique Abrão from the São Paulo Court of Justice for 180 days. This decision concludes a lengthy investigation marked by accusations of intimidation directed towards fellow judges and journalists. During the suspension period, Abrão will continue to receive proportional compensation. The controversy centers on his alleged alteration of official records from a trial after the session had concluded on December 2, 2020, while he was presiding over the 14th Chamber of Private Law.

The case gained traction when the then-president of the Private Law Section, Judge Dimas Rubens Fonseca, received documented information from fellow judges Régis Rodrigues Bonvicino and Ligia Bisogni regarding Abrão's misconduct. Bonvicino, who passed away in July 2025, had refused to sign the manipulated decision by Abrão and reported being subjected to pressure from him. The CNJ's evaluation indicates serious allegations of misconduct that raise concerns about the integrity of the judicial process in Brazil, particularly in how judges interact with one another and with the media.

This suspension symbolizes a critical step toward addressing judicial malfeasance and maintaining accountability within Brazil's legal system. The move also serves as a warning to other judicial figures about the consequences of harassment and intimidation in their ranks, potentially restoring public confidence in the judicial process. As the legal community navigates this scandal, the implications of these actions will likely influence future standards of conduct for magistrates and their relationships with the press and broader society.