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Research paper thumbnail of The Benefits of Implementing Ilp in the Ports Cocaine Trafficking Investigations and Crime Prevention in Brazil

Revista Brasileira de Ciências Policiais, Jan 26, 2021

Intelligence-led Policing (ILP) is a doctrinal and governmental agenda that has been present in g... more Intelligence-led Policing (ILP) is a doctrinal and governmental agenda that has been present in global debates about the efficient and effective repression of crime since the late nineties. Its foundations have already been applied in different ways by countless law enforcement agencies in different countries. On the other hand, Brazil's position as a major cocaine export corridor to Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, as well as the successful results that have been produced by the Brazilian Federal Police, together with national and international partners, to prevent and suppress this crime, have had wide worldwide repercussion. Within this context, this article aims at discussing the main doctrinal characteristics of ILP, analyzing whether it has been somehow employed in the Brazilian Federal Police' actions in the area of prevention and repression of cocaine trafficking by sea and, otherwise, the benefits of such use and the its potential in terms of qualified and effective police actions, mainly taking into account the formal and functional intelligence structures present in the institution.

Research paper thumbnail of Artigo Editorial RBCP 2023 Inteligencia e DFSP

Editorial: Police Intelligence Activity as an Instrument for the Realization of the Fundamental Right to Public Security, 2023

This editorial explores the importance of police intelligence activity as a crucial instr... more This editorial explores the importance of police intelligence activity as a crucial instrument for the realization of the fundamental right to public security. It emphasizes the role of intelligence in enhancing law enforcement efforts, preventing crime, and safeguarding the well-being of society. The editorial highlights the importance of a balanced approach that respects individual rights and freedoms while establishing itself as an efficient mechanism for combating criminal activities. It calls for the continuation of research, development, and ethical use of intelligence tools and methodologies to ensure the effective fulfillment of the right to public security by democratic principles and legal frameworks.

Keywords: police intelligence activity; realization of fundamental rights; public security; crime prevention; ethics in intelligence.

Research paper thumbnail of Leveraging Intelligence to Optimize Investigations - Brazil´s Adaptation of F3EAD to Combat Transnational Organized Crime

Police Chief Magazine - Global Crime Trends, 2021

Research paper thumbnail of The Benefits Of Implementing Intelligence-led Policing In The Ports Cocaine Trafficking Investigations In Brazil

RBCP - Revista Brasileira de Ciências Policiais, 2021

Intelligence-led Policing (ILP) is a doctrinal and governmental agenda that has been present in g... more Intelligence-led Policing (ILP) is a doctrinal and governmental agenda that has been present in global debates about the efficient and effective repression of crime since the late nineties. Its foundations have already been applied in different ways by countless law enforcement agencies in different countries. On the other hand, Brazil’s position as a major cocaine export corridor to Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, as well as the successful results that have been produced by the Brazilian Federal Police, together with national and international partners, to prevent and suppress this crime, have had wide worldwide repercussion. Within this context, this article aims at discussing the main doctrinal characteristics of ILP, analyzing whether it has been somehow employed in the Brazilian Federal Police’ actions in the area of prevention and repression of cocaine trafficking by sea and, otherwise, the benefits of such use and the its potential in terms of qualified and effective police actions, mainly taking into account the formal and functional intelligence structures present in the institution.
Keywords: Intelligence-led policing. Federal police. Organized crime. Repression and prevention of drug trafficking. Cocaine trafficking by sea.

Research paper thumbnail of The Benefits of Implementing Ilp in the Ports Cocaine Trafficking Investigations and Crime Prevention in Brazil

Revista Brasileira de Ciências Policiais, Jan 26, 2021

Intelligence-led Policing (ILP) is a doctrinal and governmental agenda that has been present in g... more Intelligence-led Policing (ILP) is a doctrinal and governmental agenda that has been present in global debates about the efficient and effective repression of crime since the late nineties. Its foundations have already been applied in different ways by countless law enforcement agencies in different countries. On the other hand, Brazil's position as a major cocaine export corridor to Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, as well as the successful results that have been produced by the Brazilian Federal Police, together with national and international partners, to prevent and suppress this crime, have had wide worldwide repercussion. Within this context, this article aims at discussing the main doctrinal characteristics of ILP, analyzing whether it has been somehow employed in the Brazilian Federal Police' actions in the area of prevention and repression of cocaine trafficking by sea and, otherwise, the benefits of such use and the its potential in terms of qualified and effective police actions, mainly taking into account the formal and functional intelligence structures present in the institution.

Research paper thumbnail of Artigo Editorial RBCP 2023 Inteligencia e DFSP

Editorial: Police Intelligence Activity as an Instrument for the Realization of the Fundamental Right to Public Security, 2023

This editorial explores the importance of police intelligence activity as a crucial instr... more This editorial explores the importance of police intelligence activity as a crucial instrument for the realization of the fundamental right to public security. It emphasizes the role of intelligence in enhancing law enforcement efforts, preventing crime, and safeguarding the well-being of society. The editorial highlights the importance of a balanced approach that respects individual rights and freedoms while establishing itself as an efficient mechanism for combating criminal activities. It calls for the continuation of research, development, and ethical use of intelligence tools and methodologies to ensure the effective fulfillment of the right to public security by democratic principles and legal frameworks.

Keywords: police intelligence activity; realization of fundamental rights; public security; crime prevention; ethics in intelligence.

Research paper thumbnail of Leveraging Intelligence to Optimize Investigations - Brazil´s Adaptation of F3EAD to Combat Transnational Organized Crime

Police Chief Magazine - Global Crime Trends, 2021

Research paper thumbnail of The Benefits Of Implementing Intelligence-led Policing In The Ports Cocaine Trafficking Investigations In Brazil

RBCP - Revista Brasileira de Ciências Policiais, 2021

Intelligence-led Policing (ILP) is a doctrinal and governmental agenda that has been present in g... more Intelligence-led Policing (ILP) is a doctrinal and governmental agenda that has been present in global debates about the efficient and effective repression of crime since the late nineties. Its foundations have already been applied in different ways by countless law enforcement agencies in different countries. On the other hand, Brazil’s position as a major cocaine export corridor to Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, as well as the successful results that have been produced by the Brazilian Federal Police, together with national and international partners, to prevent and suppress this crime, have had wide worldwide repercussion. Within this context, this article aims at discussing the main doctrinal characteristics of ILP, analyzing whether it has been somehow employed in the Brazilian Federal Police’ actions in the area of prevention and repression of cocaine trafficking by sea and, otherwise, the benefits of such use and the its potential in terms of qualified and effective police actions, mainly taking into account the formal and functional intelligence structures present in the institution.
Keywords: Intelligence-led policing. Federal police. Organized crime. Repression and prevention of drug trafficking. Cocaine trafficking by sea.