The 2025 Christmas pardon decree, a document that grants pardon to imprisoned individuals who meet specific criteria, was signed by President Lula. The decision was published this Tuesday (23) in the Official Gazette of the Union.
Those convicted of attacks on the Democratic Rule of Law, heinous crimes, torture, terrorism, racism and violence against women are left out of the pardon. In addition to faction leadership and certain corruption actions.
Convictions of up to eight years for non-violent, non-repeat crimes will receive the benefit after serving one-fifth of the sentence by December 25, 2025. For repeat offenders, one-third of the sentence must have been served. Sentences of up to four years allow pardon after a third of the sentence for non-repeat offenders or half for repeat offenders.
The minimum compliance time is reduced by half for people over 60 years old, mothers with children up to 16 years old or people with disabilities. The criterion also applies to men who are solely responsible for children.
