Understand what is the sanction that can be applied by the US to Alexandre de Moraes

Who can be punished by law?

In order for sanctions to be applied against foreign individuals, the president of the United States must present reliable evidence of infractions, including extrajudicial executions, torture and other serious human rights violations. These measures may be imposed on agents who repress allegations of corruption, surround fundamental freedoms or act against democratic elections.

Government officials and their associates can be sanctioned if they are involved in significant corruption schemes such as diversion of public resources, bribery and money laundering. The law also provides punishments for those who finance or materially support these illicit activities, ensuring that those responsible are prevented from moving goods and access the US financial system.

Magnitsky’s targets are included in the list of specially designated citizens and blocked people (SDN List) of the US Foreign Asset Control Agency (OFAC).

What are the sanctions planned?

Those who enter the list can face blockade of assets and bank accounts in the country, and have the visa canceled and prohibited from entering the US. These measures are used against people, companies or organizations involved in financial crimes or human rights violations.