Brazil's new anti-gang law: Can it curb organized crime?
A tough stance against organized crime? One year after a massacre that left more than 130 people dead, a new law aims to crack down on drug cartels in Rio's favelas.
- HRW condemns Brazil's Operation Contenção for lack of body cameras and manipulated footage.
- Anti-gang Law (Lei Antifaccao) implemented in March 2026 to combat criminal gangs.
- Law raises concerns about constitutional issues and prison overcrowding.

