"The 70-year-old far-right politician is accused of leading a coup plot to subvert the election results and remain in power after being defeated in the 2022 elections by Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. Never before has a former Brazilian president or member of the military establishment been brought to justice for an uprising. Until now. Bolsonaro is charged with five crimes that carry a total sentence of more than 40 years in prison."
"The deliberations will be broadcast live on television, radio, and YouTube. Bolsonaro is not expected to appear before the Supreme Court. Last week, he cited health problems as the reason for his absence. The investigating judge, Alexandre de Moraes, will be the first to announce his vote, in principle on Tuesday September 9. To reach a verdict whether acquittal or conviction three votes are required."
Jair Messias Bolsonaro faces a Supreme Court trial across four sessions to determine guilt on charges of leading a coup to subvert the 2022 election won by Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. He is accused of five crimes carrying more than 40 years' combined imprisonment. Five judges in the First Chamber must decide guilt for eight defendants and then determine sentences. Deliberations will be broadcast live across television, radio, and YouTube. Bolsonaro is under house arrest in a Brasilia villa since August 4 for violating precautionary measures and is not expected to attend, citing health problems. Three votes are required for conviction.
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