AMEAÇAS À LIBERDADE DE VOTO: UMA REFLEXÃO SOBRE O ASSÉDIO ELEITORAL

Abstract

The political culture in the Brazilian context has characteristics that directly perpetuate the phenomenon of electoral harassment, which is characterized by the coercion and manipulation of voters in any environment, actively or omissively, representing an ethical and legal violation, as well as a threat to the smoothness of the democratic system. From this point of view, the aim is to ensure the fullness of the electoral process, which is essential for maintaining democracy, as well as obtaining public trust in political institutions. However, these episodes have generated great concern, especially during election years. Therefore, this article aims to study the forms and impacts of this practice on free voting, considering adversities such as impartiality and the totality of the electoral process, observing the cases studied and the consequences on voting results, so that information can be disseminated and awareness campaigns on free voting can be expanded. The study is qualitative, based on bibliographical research, focusing exclusively on theoretical material such as books, scientific articles, periodicals, legislation and resolutions, using the deductive method. It examines electoral harassment as an illicit act in the criminal and/or civil electoral and labor context, which seriously compromises the freedom to vote and the legitimacy of the process. It therefore demonstrates the need for robust and integrated measures, combining legal instruments, educational campaigns and social awareness, in order to combat these harmful actions, guaranteeing integrity and justice.