Brazil’s judiciary spending is the second highest globally at 1.33% of GDP, trailing only El Salvador. In total, R$ 156.6 billion was spent in 2022, mostly on salaries for judges. The findings highlight Brazil’s prioritization of judicial funding.
Brazil’s judicial spending, analyzed in a report by the National Treasury, ranks second among 50 countries, exceeded only by El Salvador. In 2022, Brazil allocated 1.33% of its GDP to the judiciary, significantly surpassing the global average of 0.3%. El Salvador leads with a spending rate of 1.59% of GDP.
The financial commitment to the judiciary in Brazil amounted to R$ 156.6 billion (approximately $26 billion). Notably, R$ 125.6 billion (around $22 billion) was devoted exclusively to salaries for judges and court employees, which constitutes about 80.2% of total judicial expenditure. This data underlines the substantial financial burden the judicial system places on Brazil’s public budget.
The Ministry of Finance announced these findings, emphasizing Brazil’s leadership in court funding and resource allocation for judicial functions. Despite inquiries regarding spending levels and trends made to the National Council of Justice (CNJ), there was no response available at the time of this publication.
Brazil’s judiciary funding is notable, being the second highest globally and significantly exceeding the international average. In absolute terms, the country’s spending illustrates a strong commitment to judicial compensation, with a heavy emphasis on salaries for judges and court staff. This financial structure signals the pivotal role the judicial system plays within Brazil’s public finance ecosystem.
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