Government action in Espirito Santo may unite state and federal forces

15/07/2002 - 19h01

Brasília, 16 (Agência Brasil - Abr) - Minister of Justice, Paulo de Tarso Ribeiro, says that government action in Espirito Santo will be exercised within constitutional limits, but that does not mean it will be limited. The action may include joint operations by federal and state agents to combat organized crime in the state. The action has a 90-day deadline, but that may be extended. The minister called public pressure for results welcome and said they do not disturb the government. (AB)