Lúcio Sousa

“She has lived on the streets, and there has been no allegation that she obtained any financial advantage, or committed robbery or theft, which, in theory, means the elements of fraud have not been established.”

Lúcio Sousa · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-23

Lúcio Sousa argued that the elements of fraud had not been established against his client.

“She admits that she invented an identity,”

Lúcio Sousa · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-23

Lúcio Sousa commented on his client's actions prior to the verdict.

“It was the way she found to survive. But she has been a vulnerable person for more than 20 years.”

Lúcio Sousa · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-23

Lúcio Sousa defended his client's motives before the verdict.

“pursue all appropriate legal measures and appeals before the higher courts.”

Lúcio Sousa · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-23

Lúcio Sousa announced their plan to appeal the guilty verdict.