Brazil’s judiciary spending is the second highest globally, at 1.33% of GDP, trailing only El Salvador at 1.59%. The expenditure reached R$ 156.6 billion in total, with R$ 125.6 billion allocated for salaries, highlighting the judiciary’s significant impact on the national budget.
The Brazilian government’s judiciary spending stands out, ranking second globally only to El Salvador, based on a National Treasury analysis involving 50 countries. This analysis, published by the Ministry of Finance on Friday, October 28, utilizes data from 2022, indicating that Brazil allocated 1.33% of its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) to judicial expenses, significantly higher than the international average of 0.3%.
El Salvador holds the top position, with judiciary spending at 1.59% of its GDP. “This result highlights the significant weight of the judicial system in Brazil’s public budget, positioning the country as one of the leaders in resource allocation for this function,” noted the report.
In monetary terms, Brazil’s total expenditure on the judiciary reached R$ 156.6 billion (approximately $26 billion), with R$ 125.6 billion (around $22 billion), or 80.2% of the total, allocated to salaries for judges and court employees.
As of the publication of this report, the National Council of Justice (CNJ) had not provided commentary regarding the spending levels and trends observed in Brazil’s judiciary funding.
In summary, Brazil ranks second worldwide in judicial spending, surpassed only by El Salvador. With an expenditure of 1.33% of its GDP, Brazil’s investment in its judicial system underscores the significant role this sector plays in the nation’s public finances. The high allocation of funds primarily towards judicial salaries further highlights the extensive resources dedicated to maintaining Brazil’s legal framework.
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