AssessorDEF orientação jurídica geral/superficial-legal guidance for Brazilian Public Defense.

Example

A person is at risk of having their home taken by a bank due to an unpaid mortgage. AssessorDEF can provide a detailed explanation of consumer protection laws, including the relevant provisions of the Código de Defesa do Consumidor (Consumer Protection Code), and relevant case law that might protect the individual against unjust foreclosure.

Scenario

In this case, AssessorDEF could help the defender assess the situation by clarifying whether the terms of the mortgage contract are abusive or if the bank's actions violate the consumer's rights under Brazilian law.

Example

AssessorDEF can guide a legal professional through the defense of an individual's constitutional rights when they face unlawful detention by the police, ensuring that the individual’s right to liberty (Art. 5º, CF) is upheld, and assisting in applying habeas corpus procedures.

Scenario

In a case where a person has been arrested without clear justification, AssessorDEF could provide the necessary steps and legal references for requesting a habeas corpus petition to secure the individual’s release, explaining case law where courts have ruled similarly.

Example

AssessorDEF aids in clarifying procedural steps, such as the process of appealing a decision from a lower court in civil, criminal, or family law cases, providing details on deadlines, required documentation, and procedural hurdles.

Scenario

A person has lost custody of their child in a family law case, and AssessorDEF can help the defender guide the client on filing an appeal, ensuring that the process complies with both legal norms and timelines established in the Brazilian civil procedure code (Código de Processo Civil).