National Council of Justice to Close Early on Brazil's World Cup Game Days

The National Council of Justice (CNJ) is adjusting its operating hours to accommodate Brazil's participation in the World Cup, announcing that public service will conclude at 3 p.m. on June 19 and June 24. These dates correspond to the Brazilian national team's group stage matches in the tournament.

Brazil is scheduled to play Haiti at 9:30 p.m. on June 19 in Philadelphia, followed by a match against Scotland at 7 p.m. on June 24 in Miami. The CNJ's decision aligns with a wider national initiative, as a recent decree allows public servants to leave up to three hours early on days when the national team plays.

This is not the only modification to the CNJ's schedule. In July, the council will suspend all procedural deadlines and halt hearings from the 2nd to the 31st. During this period, public service hours will be shortened, operating only between 1 p.m. and 6 p.m.

The CNJ's public service operates with specific hours for its Ombudsman's office (9 a.m. to 7 p.m.) and Protocol section (12 p.m. to 7 p.m.). These adjusted schedules aim to balance official duties with national sporting events.