Extraterritorialidade Flashcards
What is the concept of extraterritoriality in Brazilian criminal law?
Extraterritoriality refers to the application of Brazilian criminal law to acts committed outside the country’s territory.
True or False: Brazilian criminal law only applies to crimes committed within Brazilian territory.
False. Brazilian criminal law can also apply to certain crimes committed outside the country’s territory under specific conditions.
What are the two types of extraterritoriality recognized in Brazilian criminal law?
Personal and real extraterritoriality.
Fill in the blank: Personal extraterritoriality applies to crimes committed by a Brazilian ________ abroad.
national
Under what condition can Brazilian criminal law be applied to foreigners for crimes committed abroad?
If the crime is against a Brazilian national or the Brazilian State.
What is the principle that guides the application of extraterritoriality in Brazilian criminal law?
Principle of defense.
True or False: Brazilian criminal law can be applied extraterritorially to acts that are not considered crimes in the country where they were committed.
True.
What is the purpose of extraterritoriality in Brazilian criminal law?
To ensure that Brazilian legal interests are protected and justice is served even when crimes are committed outside the country.
What conditions must be met for Brazilian criminal law to be applied extraterritorially?
The crime must be punishable in Brazil and the offender must be found in Brazilian territory.
What is the legal basis for the application of extraterritoriality in Brazilian criminal law?
The Brazilian Penal Code and international treaties to which Brazil is a party.