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Bolsonaro Arrest

Brazil court denies Bolsonaro bid for house arrest

Brazil’s Supreme Court has rejected former president Jair Bolsonaro’s request to have his prison sentence converted to house arrest on health grounds, according to a ruling published on Thursday.

01 Jan 2026-20:11
Bolsonaro starts 27-year prison sentence for Brazilian coup attempt

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro began his 27-year prison sentence on Tuesday for his role in leading a coup attempt, surprising many in the South American nation who had doubted he would ever face jail time.

26 Nov 2025-02:18
Brazil’s Bolsonaro appeals house arrest order

Lawyers for former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro have filed an appeal against the house arrest order imposed on him earlier this week, according to a document submitted to the Supreme Court.

07 Aug 2025-15:46
Brazil’s Supreme Court orders house arrest for ex-president Bolsonaro

Brazil’s Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes has ordered former President Jair Bolsonaro to be placed under house arrest, citing a breach of previously imposed legal restrictions.

05 Aug 2025-10:42