Assistência religiosa dentro dos presídios

Abstract

This scientific article denotes the relevance of Religious Assistance in Brazilian prisons and the current situation of the Brazilian Prison System, pointing out that overcrowding added to other problems such as family abandonment is a disregard for human dignity, attracting more violence and, in many cases, rebellions. It highlights the types of Assistance that the legislation guarantees to detainees and among them Religious Assistance is emphasized. The article also addresses the link between the leader chosen from among the inmates and the external religious chaplain, emphasizing that the leader has responsibilities towards the convicts and, although this is seen as a job, it is not remunerated. It was highlighted the processing of bills in Congress aimed at promoting religious activities, as a stimulus for the remission of sentences, however, they were archived.