BRAZIL | AMERICAS
Law No. 14.541/2023 – Uninterrupted Operation of Specialized Police Stations for Women / Delegacias Especializadas de Atendimento à Mulher
Type of Measure
Laws > Violence against women > Legislation
Form of Violence
Violence against women and girls
Year
2023
Brief Description
Law No. 14.541/2023, adopted in 2023, establishes the mandatory uninterrupted operation of Specialized Police Stations for Women (Delegacias Especializadas de Atendimento à Mulher) in Brazil. These units must provide continuous access to police assistance, as well as psychological and legal support to women victims of violence. The law reinforces the availability of trained professionals and adequate infrastructure to ensure comprehensive and effective care for survivors.
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