Brazilian Deputy Flees to Italy, Claims Citizenship Prevents Extradition

Brazilian Deputy Carla Zambelli, facing a 10-year prison sentence for her involvement in the January 8th events at the Planalto Palace, has fled to Europe. Zambelli claims that her Italian citizenship will prevent her extradition back to Brazil, a claim that legal experts are now examining. "Tenho cidadania italiana and never hid it," Zambelli told CNN Brasil, "as an Italian citizen, I am untouchable in Italy." However, Brazil's Supreme Court has issued a warrant for her arrest. Legal experts, including Frederico Glitz, Professor of European Law at UFPR, explain that while Italy generally prevents the extradition of its citizens, exceptions exist and the process is not automatic. The case highlights the complexities of international law and extradition processes, and the ongoing legal battle surrounding Zambelli's actions.