Luís Roberto Barroso presented data indicating that the total amount of spending reaches R $ 132.8 billion, which is equivalent to 1.2% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
During the opening ceremony of the 2025 judicial year, the president of the Supreme Federal Court () revealed that 52% of the judiciary’s financing comes from his own revenues. He emphasized that the Supreme Court stands out as the institution with the highest coverage in the Brazilian state, reflecting its relevance in the judiciary. Barroso presented data indicating that the total cost of the Brazilian judiciary reaches R $ 132.8 billion, which is equivalent to 1.2% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP). This amount also includes the expenses of the Public Prosecution Service and the Public Defender’s Office, and the president of the STF has observed a tendency to reduce these costs over the years.
The STF president also addressed the significant decrease in tax executions, which fell by 8.4 million in less than a year. He pointed out that about 50% of lawsuits are treated under the regime of gratuity, which demonstrates an effort to make justice more accessible to the population. In addition, Barroso stressed the fundamental role of the Supreme Court in maintaining institutionality in Brazil, especially in a global scenario where democracy faces challenges in several nations.
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Posted by Fernando Dias
