A responsabilidade do estado por omissão na proteção de crianças e adolescentes: a exploração sexual infantil na Ilha de Marajó como violação de direitos humanos

Abstract

This study analyzed the State's liability for omission in the protection of children and adolescents, focusing on child sexual exploitation in the Marajó Archipelago, in the State of Pará, as a serious human rights violation. Initially, the constitutional and legal foundations of child protection in Brazil were examined, highlighting the principle of absolute priority and the doctrine of full protection. Subsequently, child sexual exploitation was addressed in light of human rights and international treaties, emphasizing the State’s duty to adopt effective measures for prevention, repression, and victim assistance. The study then analyzed the reality of Marajó, marked by structural vulnerability, lack of effective public policies, and geographic isolation, factors that contributed to the perpetuation of violations. Finally, it was concluded that State omission constituted both a constitutional and international violation, demonstrating that addressing the issue required the implementation of integrated public policies and the strengthening of protection networks to ensure the effectiveness of children's fundamental rights.