ADPF 187
ADPF 187 (pronounced as A-D-P-F one-eight-seven) is a legal term in Brazil, specifically a Direct Action of Unconstitutionality by Omission (ADPF is the Portuguese acronym). It refers to a specific case in which the Supreme Federal Court of Brazil ruled on the decriminalization of drug use, particularly marijuana, for personal use.
Etymology
The term "ADPF 187" is derived from the Portuguese "Arguição de Descumprimento de Preceito Fundamental", which translates to "Noncompliance Claim of a Fundamental Precept". The number 187 refers to the specific case number.
Related Terms
- Direct Action of Unconstitutionality by Omission: A legal instrument in Brazil used when the government fails to make necessary regulations or legislation to make a constitutional provision effective.
- Supreme Federal Court (Brazil): The highest court of law in Brazil for constitutional issues.
- Decriminalization: The act of removing criminal sanctions against an act, article, or behavior.
- Marijuana: A psychoactive drug from the Cannabis plant used for medical or recreational purposes.
See Also
References
- Supreme Federal Court. (2011). ADPF 187. Retrieved from http://www.stf.jus.br/portal/jurisprudencia/listarJurisprudencia.asp?s1=ADPF%24%20AND%20%28%28@JULG=%202011%29%20AND%20@DECISAO=MONOCRATICA%29&base=baseAcordaos
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on ADPF 187
- Wikipedia's article - ADPF 187
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