Brazil Supreme Court Extends Bolsonaro's House Arrest Indefinitely

Brazil's Supreme Court has indefinitely extended former President Jair Bolsonaro's house arrest, allowing him to serve his 27-year sentence for attempted coup from his residence in Brasília. The decision, issued by Justice Alexandre de Moraes, cites ongoing health concerns despite clinical improvement Source: lavozar.

Health grounds

The initial 90-day house arrest granted in March for pneumonia recovery expired last week. Moraes ruled that maintaining humanitarian house arrest remains "razonable, adecuado y proporcional" Source: diariolibree. Medical reports indicate Bolsonaro, 71, has comorbidities requiring continued home care Source: infobae.

Weapon controversy

In June, a Glock 9mm pistol belonging to Bolsonaro was seized from his bodyguard during a traffic stop Source: diariolibree. The defense claimed the weapon was disabled due to Bolsonaro's psychiatric medication. While the court did not revoke house arrest, it ordered the confiscation of all ten registered firearms, including pistols, rifles, and revolvers Source: lavozar. The Public Prosecutor's Office supported the house arrest extension, finding no serious disciplinary infraction Source: infobae.

Political context

Bolsonaro's legal situation looms over Brazil's upcoming presidential election. His son, Flávio Bolsonaro, is the main challenger to President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, promising to free his father if elected Source: larepublicaco. Recent family tensions, including Michelle Bolsonaro's withdrawal from the campaign, have further complicated the Bolsonaro political front .