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The difficulty in legal interpretation and its consequences in the application of fines



The interpretation and application of laws are fundamental aspects of the legal system, ensuring justice and equity in judicial decisions. However, the complexity of legal scenarios often creates difficulties in understanding and consequently in applying legal standards. This can lead to the imposition of exorbitant fines, resulting in unfair situations.

 

1. Difficulties in legal interpretation:

The interpretation of laws is a challenging task due to their complex nature and the multiplicity of possible understandings. The courts and the Superior Court of Justice (STJ), as the body responsible for standardizing the interpretation of federal law, face difficulties in establishing a consensus on the criteria to be followed.

 

2. Complexity of concrete cases:

Each legal case is unique, with its particularities and specific circumstances. The application of laws in these cases requires a thorough analysis, considering each aspect relevant to decision-making. However, this complexity often makes it difficult to reach a clear and objective conclusion, making it difficult to fairly apply fines.

 

3. Strictness of the procedure:

Judicial procedures follow strict standards, established to guarantee the impartiality and legality of decisions. However, this rigidity can become a barrier to the flexibility necessary to adequately analyze each case on its own. A lack of room to consider specific circumstances can lead to exorbitant and unfair fines being maintained.

 

4. Exorbitant fines and injustice:

When the difficulties of legal interpretation and the rigidity of the procedure combine, the result can be the imposition of exorbitant fines. These penalties may not proportionally reflect the seriousness of the infraction committed, harming justice and creating situations of injustice.

 

Conclusion:

 

The difficulty in legal interpretation, the complexity of the cases and the rigidity of the procedure contribute to the imposition of exorbitant fines, often resulting in injustice. To overcome these challenges, it is essential that the courts and the STJ seek to improve their interpretative capacity, establish clear criteria for the application of fines and make procedures more flexible to consider the particularities of each case. Only with these measures will it be possible to guarantee justice and equity in legal decisions.

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