José Mouraz Lopes

José Mouraz Lopes is a seasoned Portuguese judge and legal expert, recently appointed as the president of the National Anti-Corruption Mechanism. He graduated in Law from the University of Coimbra, where he also completed his master's degree and doctorate. Since becoming a judge in 1987, Lopes has served in various courts across Portugal and has held significant positions, including as deputy director of the Judicial Police. He has been involved in multiple areas of legal reform, including anti-corruption, organized crime, and sexual crimes. His recent appointment comes at a crucial time for Portugal's efforts to combat corruption.