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Stalking (perseguição)Verified against official source

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This range was checked against the official legal text. Last verified: 2026-10-19.

Statutory range

Art. 147-A caput — perseguição (repeatedly pursuing, by any means, threatening physical / psychological integrity, restricting locomotion, or invading / disturbing freedom or privacy)

Imprisonment: Reclusão 6 months–2 years
Fine: Multa

Art. 147-A §1 — against a child / adolescent / elderly person; against a woman for reasons of female condition; by 2+ persons; or with a weapon

Imprisonment: Range INCREASED by 1/2
Fine: —

Note on this entry

Distinct offence (Lei nº 14.132/2021), separate from threat (art. 147).

Source

Statute: Código Penal, art. 147-A
Official source: planalto.gov.br
Verification status
Last verified: 2026-10-19

Not legal advice. This range is the statutory penalty as written in the law — it is not “your sentence.” What is NOT accounted for here: Priors, complaint requirement (art. 147-A §2: prosecution on representation, except against a woman for reasons of female condition), discretion, plea-type agreements. If you face a real charge, consult a licensed lawyer in the relevant jurisdiction.