Innovations for Law, criminal policies, and public security in Brazil. Proposal for the inclusion of provisions in the Mariana Ferrer Law (Law No. 14.245/2021):

Authors

  • Celeste Leite dos Santos MINISTÉRIO PÚBLICO DO ESTADO DE SÃO PAULO
  • Mariana Borges Ferrer Ferrari Superior Tribunal Militar
  • Julia Poletine

Abstract

The Mariana Ferrer Law is a crucial advancement, yet the article reveals the deep roots of structural and cultural sexual violence in Brazil, leading to high underreporting and re-victimization. It proposes judicial specialization, expanded protective measures, and educational adaptations for victims. The text advocates for a victim-centric approach and the creation of a permanent committee. The ultimate goal is to ensure dignity and effective justice for women.

Author Biography

Celeste Leite dos Santos, MINISTÉRIO PÚBLICO DO ESTADO DE SÃO PAULO

Prosecutor at the Public Ministry of São Paulo since 2007. PhD in Civil Law from the Faculty of Law of the University of São Paulo. Master in Criminal Law from the Pontifical Catholic University of São Paulo. Specialist in Economic Criminal Law from the University of Coimbra. Specialist in Diffuse and Collective Rights from the Superior School of the Public Ministry of São Paulo. President of the Pró Vítima Institute (2022-20260. Creator of the Victim Statute (PL n. 3890-2020), the sexual harassment law and the avarc district law (Law n. 6,928, of August 2, 2021). Author of several works and scientific articles, such as Crimes Against the Environment (2002), Dano Psíquico (1996), As Especialistas (APMP, 2016, coordinator), History of Women in the MPSP (APMP, 2016, coordinator), Injusto Penal and the Rights of Crime Victims (Juruá, 2020).

Published

2026-09-06

Issue

Vol. 3 No. 3 (2025)

Section

Artigos

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