Río de Janeiro’s Dangerous ‘Wild West’ Police Bonus Threatens Rule of Law and Human Rights

In a move that raises serious concerns for law enforcement accountability and human rights, the Legislative Assembly of Rio de Janeiro has approved legislation restoring a controversial monetary bonus to police officers who kill suspected criminals during operations.Backed by Governor Cláudio Castro’s hardline administration, this policy incentivizes lethal force under the guise of combating rampant crime in Rio. But does rewarding deadly outcomes really serve justice and public safety? Or does it threaten to deepen corruption and brutality in a state already notorious for violent policing?Is Incentivizing Death the Answer to Crime?The law provides bonuses ranging from 10% to 150%...