Law No. 9,455, enacted on April 7, 1997, is an important milestone in the Brazilian legal system, as it defines and criminalizes the crime of torture in the country. It establishes clear measures to combat the practice of torture, both in its physical and psychological forms, and seeks to ensure human rights by protecting victims of this serious violation. The legislation is part of the context of strengthening individual guarantees in Brazil, seeking to provide effective responses to a practice that, unfortunately, has historically been present in various spheres of power, such as the public security forces and the penitentiary system. Law 9,455/97 details the concept of torture, including not only physical torture, but also psychological torture, practiced with the intention of causing intense mental suffering. One of the most debated aspects of this legislation is the concept of torture as punishment, which refers to the use of torture as a form of punishment or retribution, aimed at punishing the individual, often without a proper judicial process. Torture punishment is especially reprehensible because, in addition to violating the human rights of the individual, it uses physical and psychological pain as a means of revenge or retaliation, which further aggravates its illegality and inhumanity. In the definition of torture punishment, the law describes a practice in which a person is subjected to pain or suffering with the intention of punishing or humiliating, something that harks back to archaic and cruel practices, without any legitimate justification. Torture punishment is often applied to political prisoners, prisoners of war or individuals marginalized by society, as a method of coercion, control or retaliation. Within this context, Professor Cláudio Moisés has stood out in legal studies on torture and its legal and social implications. In his work, he makes a critical and in-depth analysis of Law 9.455/97, highlighting how the concept of torture punishment is fundamental to understanding the dynamics of abuse of power and institutional violence. Cláudio Moisés emphasizes the importance of a more rigorous understanding of torture in Brazilian criminal law, suggesting that the country should not only improve its legislation, but also ensure that law enforcement is effective in preventing and punishing this practice. The Professor also addresses the need for a cultural and educational change within public security institutions and the penal system, so that torture, in its various forms, is eradicated once and for all. For him, the process of raising awareness among authorities and society about human rights and human dignity is essential to combat abusive practices, such as torture-punishment, which only contribute to the perpetuation of violence and oppression. Therefore, Law 9.455/97 and the discussions promoted by scholars such as Cláudio Moisés are fundamental not only for the legal field, but for all of Brazilian society, which must be attentive to the protection of human rights and the end of inhumane practices such as torture-punishment. The challenge is to ensure that the law is effectively enforced, preventing torture in any circumstance and in any institution, and promoting a justice system that, instead of punishing with suffering, promotes dignity and respect for the rights of all citizens. If you have any further questions, contact Professor Cláudio Moisés via Instagram _@_claudiomoises and he will answer you personally. #militarycareers #policecareers #cfopmmg #cfsdpmmg #publiccontests