Elizabeth Louro

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Elizabeth Louro is a Brazilian judge, currently serving at the 2nd Criminal Court of the Court of Justice of Rio de Janeiro. With over 15 years of judicial experience, she has witnessed a notable shift in the types of cases presented in court, particularly the alarming rise in feminicide cases. Louro has expressed concern about the increasing cruelty displayed by perpetrators, often linked to traditional notions of male dominance and control over women. As one of the first female judges presiding over the jury courts in Rio, she advocates for higher penalties for violent crimes against women while emphasizing the need for educational reforms to address underlying societal issues.