A efetividade do endurecimento penal da Lei Nº 8.072/90: um estudo das tendências legislativas

Abstract

This article analyzed the hardening of Law No. 8,072 / 90, arising from a period of tension and disclosure of a high increase in violent crime in the country. In complying with the constitutional mandate of Article 5, XLII, the legislature instituted harsh treatment of heinous criminals, restricting guarantees and increasing penalties. A study of the context of the creation of the law was developed, from the bills still pending in the Chamber of Deputies to the main legislative changes already implemented. Therefore, we used exploratory research, with study of the main authors who deal with the issue and data collection on the Internet. It was concluded that the Law of heinous crimes was not effective in combating crime, despite the emergence of numerous conducts and the application of severe penalties.