US EditionBrazilian justice orders government to seize lands with proven illegal deforestation
- Justice Flávio Dino ordered Brazil's federal government on Monday to seize specific private properties.
- This ruling targets owners responsible for illegal deforestation or destructive wildfires.
- The decision also directs federal and state authorities to prevent regularization of illegally acquired land.
- Lawyer Paulo Busse stated the ruling could have immediate effect.
- The landmark order supports Brazil's efforts to combat intentional environmental destruction.
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Brazil’s top court says government must seize lands illegally cleared or burned
A Brazilian Supreme Court justice has ordered the federal government to confiscate lands illegally deforested or intentionally burned, blocking their legalization and requiring compensation from violators.Fabiano Maisonnave reports for The Associated Press.In short:The Supreme Court ruling, issued by Justice Flávio Dino, mandates land seizure when owners are found guilty of illegal deforestation or wildfires, and prohibits legal recognition of s…
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