Scenario began in January, when transportation companies, such as Uber and 99, began offering services in São Paulo; activity is suspended until the case is analyzed in its entirety
The (PGJ) spoke out against the decision of the City of São Paulo, which had banned the. The Opinion of the Attorney General’s Office (PGR) supports the Direct Unconstitutionality Action (ADIN) presented by the Brazilian Motor Motor Association (AMB), which questions the legality of the suspension of the activity. In the document, the Attorney’s Office argues that the prohibition violates the union’s competence and the principles governing free competition and private initiative.
On the other hand, the municipal administration argues that the measure, established by a decree in 2023, aims to protect the health and safety of the population, citing an increase of 20% in deaths related to motorcycle accidents between 2023 and 2024. It began in January, when transportation companies, such as E, began offering mototaxi services in certain regions of the state capital. Since then, the court suspended the activity until the case is analyzed in its entirety.
The prosecution’s decision may have a significant impact on the future of motorcycle taxi services in the city, as the discussion involves not only the legality of the ban, but also security issues and regulation of the sector. It is expected that the judgment of the merit of the action brings more clarity about the situation.
*Report produced with the aid of AI
Published by Matheus Oliveira
