Brazil has the second-highest judicial spending in the world, at 1.33% of its GDP, according to the Ministry of Finance. This expenditure totals R$ 156.6 billion, primarily directed towards judges’ salaries. Only El Salvador surpasses Brazil in this regard, with 1.59% of GDP dedicated to judiciary costs.
The Brazilian government ranks second in judiciary spending globally, following El Salvador. According to a report from the Ministry of Finance based on 2022 data, Brazil allocates 1.33% of its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) to the judiciary, dramatically higher than the international average of 0.3%. El Salvador leads this metric with 1.59% of its GDP dedicated to court expenses.
This report, released on Friday, January 28, shows that Brazil’s significant investment in the judiciary underscores its crucial role in the public budget. The total expenditure reached R$ 156.6 billion (approximately $26 billion), with R$ 125.6 billion (around $22 billion) set aside for salaries of judges and court employees. This salary expenditure constitutes 80.2% of the total judiciary spending.
The National Council of Justice (CNJ) had not provided comments on the spending trends and levels by the time of the article’s publication.
Brazil’s judiciary spending is noteworthy for its substantial allocation of resources, significantly surpassing international norms. With 1.33% of its GDP dedicated to the judicial system, Brazil demonstrates a strong commitment to funding. This financial commitment positions Brazil alongside El Salvador as one of the nations prioritizing judicial expenditure, raising questions regarding sustainability and overall efficiency in managing such resources.
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