Espírito Santo seeks amicus curiae role in municipal lottery case
Espírito Santo asked Brazil’s Supreme Federal Court to join as amicus curiae in a case challenging municipalities’ authority to operate lotteries. The state argues that earlier rulings recognised state-level powers but did not extend them to municipalities, which it says lack the relevant competence.
The case could clarify whether Brazilian municipalities may operate lotteries, affecting the scope of lottery activity across the country.