Origins of Electoral Justice between 1930-1937: first findings

Abstract

This study presents the findings of an investigation into the initial period of the Electoral Justice system in Brazil, covering the years 1932 to 1934. The research was based on the analysis of records from meetings of the former Superior Electoral Justice Tribunal, published in Electoral Bulletins by the Court. Using empirical and quantitative techniques, the work examined 153 bulletins, revealing important aspects about the institution’s early days. Among the discoveries, noteworthy are the concentration of electoral demands in more urbanized areas, the preponderance of consensual decisions, and the obstacles faced in implementing the new electoral system. This study contributes to filling a gap in research on Electoral Justice and provides a deeper understanding of its creation and consolidation processes during the Vargas Era, suggesting research agendas.