The Consulate General of Brazil in Atlanta assists Brazilians who are resident or are passing through the states of our jurisdiction (Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, South Carolina and Tennessee).

For cases of consular service when there is extreme need or involve people in a vulnerable situation or with special needs, send an email to consular.atlanta@itamaraty.gov.br and/or call +1 (404) 949-1204.

To contact the Brazilian Assistance Sector send an email to assistencia.atlanta@itamaraty.gov.br or call 1 (404) 949-1202.

In case of proven emergency (such as death, arrest or repatriation),including weekends, holidays and after office hours, please contact consular duty: 1 (404) 561-8354.

There are no cases of emergency: expiration, loss or theft of brazilian passport, general information on visas and other routine consular services. It is important, however, to note that this consular assistance encounters limitations, as enshrined in international conventions and practices adopted by each country.

The Brazilian Assistance Sector of the Consulate is mainly dedicated to assisting in specific situations and guiding their rights and duties.

When appropriate, the Consulate tentatively indicates professionals and utilities with experience in serving nationals. This is merely an indication. The Consulate has no relationship of any kind with such professions and services and assumes no responsibility whatsoons.

For assistance to assistencia.atlanta@itamaraty.gov.br; leave a message at +1 (404), for response within two working days.

In case of emergency send a message via WhatsApp

If you have any question, please email: assistencia.atlanta@itamaraty.gov.br

HARASSMENT, THREAT AND SECURITY

What should I know about sexual harassment here in the U.S.?

Americans are very cious of their personal space. It is not common to touch a person during a conversation (unless there is explicit consent). Inappropriate comments, jokes and pranks, especially in a work environment, can be interpreted as sexual harassment (Sexual Harrassment) and end in court proceedings.

What if I go out at night and want to demonstrate to someone that I'm interested in her (e)?

In the US, it is not common to touch/pull a person to show interest. Such an attitude can be seen as an assault and you may end up having to explain yourself to the police. Consent should be explicit, especially with regard to sexual intercourse. If you come to have sexual intercourse with a person drunk or unconscious, they may then accuse you of rape, as we know, a crime of the greatest severity.

What should I do if I feel threatened by someone?

You can request a Restraining Order against that person. The restraining order will determine that the person does not carry a firearm and maintains a minimum distance of 100 meters from the person who requested a restraining order. The restraining order can be obtained through the police (in case of emergency) or through local court. For further questions, please email us assistencia.atlanta@itamaraty.gov.br.

Safety tips

To prevent theft during your stay in the United States, it is recommended that the Brazilian citizen:

a) park your vehicle in a safe place;

b) never leave belongings in the vehicle (such as passports, shopping bags,
electronic products);

c) on the beach, do not leave your belongings unattended;

d) do not give your belongings to strangers (e.g. when trying on clothes in clothing stores, do not allow the seller to store your belongings);

e) stay even more attentive in busy places frequented by tourists, such as shopping centers, hotels, theme parks and parking lots (paid or not);

f) take the same care that you would take in any other large urban center; and

g) for your security, keep copies, electronicly or with relatives in Brazil, of important documents, such as passport and identity card. Copies may eventually speed up the process of obtaining travel documents in case of theft.

If in doubt, please email: assistencia.atlanta@itamaraty.gov.br

LEGAL ASSISTANCE

The Consulate may contact and be contacted by Brazilians detained by U.S. authorities to ensure that such Brazilians are receiving decent treatment, as well as, at the request of detained Brazilians, to contact their families.

Brazilians who wish to ask questions or obtain information about their rights and/or duties, can schedule an appointment with consulate lawyers by sending an email to the assistencia.atlanta@itamaraty.gov.br.

In your email message, please enter name, phone to contact, brief summary about the case and your questions so that we can be prepared to receive it.

To contact the Consulate Service Number call +1(404)949-1202.

Your information will be treated confidentially by consular assistance officials and lawyers working with us and will not be passed on to third parties.

The Consulate has no way of interfering with the decision of the U.S. authorities on the permanence of Brazilians in the U.S. territory, or any other judicial decisions.

In the event of arrest, u.S. courts grant you the following rights:

the right to remain silent, since anything you say can be used against you by the authorities: you must reveal only your name and place of residence.
the right to ask local authorities for a lawyer to represent you, even if you do not have the resources to fund it. By saying I want to speak with a lawyer, the officers should end the interrogation. It's illegal to continue interrogating the detainee.
the right to have respected his physical and moral integrity, as well as that of his family.
the right to contact the Consulate of Brazil. The Consulate will only be informed of the arrest by the U.S. authorities if the citizen expresses such a wish.

If in doubt, please email: assistencia.atlanta@itamaraty.gov.br

HEALTH CARE

In the U.S., the phone number for emergencies - including doctors - is 911.

Brazilian travelers to the U.S. are recommended to use drugs with controlled drugs or narcotics to bring the drugs in the original packaging and accompanied by the prescription.

In the United States, medical services are private. Therefore, it is essential that Brazilians who are in the country as an immigrant or tourist have medical insurance.

The Brazilian Assistance Service can indicate doctors and hospitals, as well as contact family members of Brazilians who are in a state of health emergency.

If in doubt, please email: assistencia.atlanta@itamaraty.gov.br

BRAZILIANS WITH DUAL NATIONALITY

Brazilian citizens who have nationality(s) other than the Brazilian nationality(s) must take into account that the consular assistance that the Brazilian Government may provide to them in the country(s) of which they are also nationals can be considerably limited by the natural resistance of the authorities of that country(s) to accept the intervention of a foreign State in a matter that concerns a national of their own.

If in doubt, please email: assistencia.atlanta@itamaraty.gov.br

BOOKLETS FOR BRAZILIANS AND BRAZILIANS ABROAD

CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES

What is the minimum age provided for in U.S. law for legal drinking of alcoholic beverages?

The minimum age is 21 years.

If in doubt, please email: assistencia.atlanta@itamaraty.gov.br

DEPORTATION

What is deportation?

Deportation is the process of removing the irregular immigrant or regular immigrant who has committed a crime. Deportation is more often involuntary, but may, in some cases, at the discretion of the immigration judge responsible for the case, be voluntary. By voluntary deportation, the foreigner waives the right to trial hearings and bears the costs of his return to his country of origin. To learn more about this possibility it is necessary to hire a lawyer.

The occurrence of an offense in the Usa has no validity in Brazil. Therefore, if you have been deported, you will not have to report to the Brazilian courts in relation to the offense committed in the United States.

What can the Consulate do in my case?

First, what the Consulate cannot do. The Consulate cannot influence the decisions of the Immigration Authorities of the United States. Letters, e-mails, phone calls from the Consulate General will not change your chances of staying in the country.

In some cases, Brazilians detained in deportation proceedings are not allowed to make calls to their families, but they can always contact the Brazilian Consulate that has jurisdiction over where they are. The Consulate may contact your family members in the United States or Brazil.

It is up to the immigration authorities to inform the deportors about their departure date for Brazil. The Consulate, whenever necessary, seeks to obtain this information, but it is not always possible. From the consulate's experience, the detention period ranges from one to three months.

Can I be sent to a country other than Brazil?

By definition deportation consists of the return of the foreigner to the country of which he is a national. If the immigrant can prove "reasonable" fear of returning to his native country, he may request that he be sent to another country. The Consulate is not aware that this process has been successful in the case of Brazilians.

Is there a minimum standard of treatment that should be given to the deportmen?

Yes, inmates cannot undergo inhumane treatment. If you are a victim of mistreatment, please contact the Consulate at (404) 949-1202. For further questions about immigration and deportation, please email us assistencia.atlanta@itamaraty.gov.br.

Detention and Location Centers for Prisoners

☛ Federal Bureau of Prisons

The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) brings together federal detention centers, where detainees are referred for crimes of federal jurisdiction.

The location of inmates from federal jurisdiction and information about the detention center can be accessed through the following website https://www.bop.gov/inmateloc/.

☛ Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is responsible for detention centres where detainees in irregular immigration are generally referred.

Ice's prisoner location can be done by the following website: https://locator.ice.gov/odls/homePage.do.

☛ Department of Corrections

The Department of Corrections brings together the network of prisons of each state, where prisoners already convicted of crimes of state jurisdiction are referred. Detainees can be located by browsing the following website:

Georgia: http://www.dcor.state.ga.us/GDC/Offender/Query
Alabama: http://www.doc.state.al.us/inmateSearch.aspx
Mississippi: https://www.ms.gov/mdoc/inmate
South Carolina: http://www.doc.sc.gov/InmateSearchDisclaimer.html
Tennessee: https://apps.tn.gov/foil/

☛ Immigration Court Information System

The system informs about the legal status of the citizen detained for illegal immigration. To use it you must call the phone below and have in hand the "Alien Number" corresponding to the detained citizen.

Phone: 1 800 898 7180

☛ Police Departments and Sheriff's Offices

Most counties in Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, South Carolina and Tennessee have sheriffs, while others have police departments. Both act on crimes of state jurisdiction committed within their territorial constituency. In general, the perpetrators of thefts, robberies, homicides, assaults, traffic crimes, possession and drug trafficking, among others, are referred, at first, to police stations.

Below are the e-mail addresses for locating detainees in some Georgia counties with a high concentration of Brazilians:

Cobb County: http://inmate-search.cobbsheriff.org/enter_name.shtm
Fulton County: http://justice.fultoncountyga.gov/PAJailManager/default.aspx
Dekalb County: https://www.dekalbcountysheriff.org/roster.php
Gwinnet County: http://www.gwinnettcountysheriff.com/smartwebclient/

Below are the e-mail addresses for the location of detainees in some South Carolina counties with a high concentration of Brazilians:

Berkeley County: https://www.berkeleycountysc.gov/drupal/inmatelookup
Horry County: http://sheriff.horrycounty.org/Detention/DailyBookingsandReleases.aspx
Charleston County: http://inmatesearch.charlestoncounty.org/

If in doubt, please email: assistencia.atlanta@itamaraty.gov.br

DEATH

In the event of the death of a Brazilian citizen in our jurisdiction, the Consulate General will remain available to provide the appropriate measures. It is recommended that the family of the deceased Brazilian citizen contact the Post for guidance, through regular telephones or, if applicable, the mobile phone on duty.

There is no legal and budgetary provision that allows the Brazilian Government to pay for amounts related to local burial or the transfer to Brazil of the remains of a Brazilian citizen who died abroad. Burial, cremation, embalming and transportation of remains to Brazil must be borne by the family or friends of the deceased. In the absence of such resources, the body will be buried abroad by the local government.

If the family chooses to transfer the body to Brazil, consular agents can provide guidance on measures that must be taken, issue a death certificate and assist in the necessary documentation.

If the death has occurred outside the hospital or in circumstances that need to be investigated by the local authorities, the release of the body and the issuance of a local death certificate will depend on the measures determined by the competent judicial authorities, and there may be delay.

To learn more about the documentation required for the death certificate, transfer and burial of the body, see the topics Death Registry and Body or Ash Transfer.

If in doubt, please email: assistencia.atlanta@itamaraty.gov.br

IMMIGRATION

Important recommendation to newly arrived tourists:

U.S. authorities strongly suggest that tourists traveling through the United States copy the passport pages containing the personal data, visa and entry stamp as soon as possible, and print the latest I-94 form. These copies can be quite useful in case of loss of any of these documents.

I'm illegal in the U.S. Can I travel to another state within the country?

The immigration issue is only regulated by the Federal Government. Each state takes a different approach on this issue. Some states, like Arizona and Alabama, are very strict. Generally, to move from one state to another by land, there is no inspection, and it makes no difference whether the trip is made with or without documents. Note that, on some roads, the Federal Government has "barriers" of inspection, as if they were tolls, where there are federal police reviewing documents (immigration) of travelers.

If you are traveling by plane, the type of document required will depend on the airline. Generally, you only ask for an ID, whether it's a driver's license or a passport. To travel by plane from one state to another, you do not need to present visas or any other document proving regular immigration status in the USA.

I have a tourist visa. Can I enroll my son in public school?

At first, schools cannot ask what is the immigration status of the person. Generally, public schools have to accept resident students from their respective districts. If the person has a tourist visa still valid, it theoretically means that he is a tourist/visitor, not a resident. If you have a valid tourist visa, or have become a resident of that district, school enrollment is possible. The definition of immigration status, for purposes of public school enrollment, will depend primarily on the intention to reside in the U.S. for an indeterminate time, or to be only temporarily. If the school determines that the person is a tourist/visitor, the school can accept their registration only for full tuition. Note that if you have a tourist visa and enroll in a school, you will be automatically violating the condition of your visa, and this can even be seen as fraud, after all, the alleged initial purpose of your trip (tourism) has been modified. This may lead to future problems obtaining new visas, as well as subjecting you to deportation.

I'm illegal in the U.S. Can I open a bank account?

It basically depends on whether the bank accepts the documentation you can submit.

I'm illegal in the U.S. Can I go to Brazil and come back?

Theoretically, being illegal in the U.S., your stay in the country will not be allowed if you are arrested by immigration authorities. Immediate departure from the country is required. However, if you have been in the country illegally for more than 6 months, the person will be subject to a 3-year return to the U.S. If you have stayed in the country illegally for more than 1 year, you will be subject to being prevented from returning for 10 years.

I have a tourist visa to the U.S. valid for 5 years. Does that mean I can live in america for five years?

No. The deadline that a foreigner can legally stay in the U.S. is the one in the note made by the immigration authorities on form I-94. In general, tourist visas allow a stay of up to 180 days from the date of entry into the country.

How can I legally remain in the U.S.?

U.S. visa issues should be resolved with the U.S. Consulates in Brazil, or in the U.S. with the relevant agencies listed below. There is a wide variety of visa types, according to the nature of your stay in the USA (student, professional, journalist, religious, researcher, etc.). Detailed information about each of them can be obtained at the address: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/all-visa-categories.html Us
stay information can be obtained at www.uscis.gov.

Can the immigration agent (ICE) come into my house without a warrant? Can he go to my work and arrest me or even arrest me on the street?

ICE agents may only enter your home or workplace if they have appropriate legal permission, i.e. a search warrant or arrest warrant. They can't stop you on the street for no reason, just because of your accent, appearance, etc.

How can I access my I-94 form?

The use of Paper I-94 was discontinued on April 30, 2013. Complete information on the control of entry and exit of foreigners and how to obtain proof if the traveler wishes are on the http://www.cbp.gov/travel/international-visitors/i-94-instructions.

If in doubt, please email: assistencia.atlanta@itamaraty.gov.br

TRAFFIC VIOLATION

Can I drive in the States? Is my Brazilian driver's license valid? Do I need an international driver's license?

Visitors can drive without a Georgia license, as long as they have a valid license to drive even if such a document is from another location.

The International Driver's License alone is not enough. This document serves only as a translation of your foreign wallet. That is, you need to have with you, in addition to the International Driver's License, your foreign license and passport. This option of driving with foreign caries serves only for "visitors." From the moment someone becomes "resident" of Georgia, the citizen has 10 days to go to the DMV (Division of Motor Vehicles) to apply for the driver's license of the state of residence.

The term "resident" is subjective, and it is up to the police authorities to decide on the intentions of the person in the United States. For example, employment in Georgia, residence rent or school enrollment, etc., are factors that can be claimed to prove the visitor's intent to live in the U.S., giving the possibility that he or she will be considered a "resident." In cases of visitors vacationing, staying in a hotel for a short term, with work and residence abroad, it is easier to prove your visitor status.

The same applies to those who have a driver's license from other states (in the United States). The resident of Georgia, it is necessary to have a driver's license from this state. Remember that when you are arrested, the person has the right to remain silent and to refuse to answer any question that may be used to incriminate them.

In Georgia, what is the tolerance of alcohol consumption for those who are driving?

In Georgia, driving under the influence (DUI) is a crime and tolerance is virtually zero. The alcohol limit for drivers is 0.08 BAC (Blood Alcohol Content).

So how many drinks can I eat before Driving?

There are several factors that contribute to a person's level of drunkenness. Weight, the amount of food ingested, how fast alcoholic beverages are consumed, and the state of health are factors that influence the speed with which our body metabolizes alcohol. In addition, different types of alcoholic beverages contain different alcohol contents and, depending on their ingredients, can be metabolized differently by our body. For example, if an individual of 120 lbs (54 kg) consumes two alcoholic beverages within a time interval of one hour, he will probably have a BAC of about 0.08 percent. An individual of 160 lbs (72 kg) who consumes four alcoholic beverages within a one-hour time interval will likely have a BAC of 0.12 percent. In both instances, individuals would be above the legal limit of intoxication in the state of Georgia. These values are to be used only as a guide. For some people, even a single drink could be too much.

What happens if I drink and get stopped by the police?

The officers will run tests to ascertain the driver's sobriety, including the breathalyzer test. If the limit is exceeded, the driver will be detained. Although the limit is not exceeded, it is possible that the police will detain the driver if they consider him to be in danger.

Can I refuse to take the breathalyzer test?

Georgia law considers that the driver of the vehicle driving on state roads implicitly accepts the obligation to undergo a "chemical examination" in the face of suspected DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE (DUI). This means that the driver who is still suspected of DUI must, yes, undergo a "breathalyzer", or blood test. Refusal to perform one of these tests may result in an increase in the penalty and/or prolongation of the suspension of the right to drive. Typically, the driver who refuses to take the breathalyzer test as soon as he or she is taken to the Police Department, where he or she must undergo a blood test.

How much can it cost me if I'm accused of driving under the influence (DUI)?

The cost of the first DUI in Georgia can reach $10,000, including fines, towing and attorney charges.

Is there anything else important I should know about drinking and driving in united states of america?

Alcoholic beverages must always be transported sealed and in the trunk of the vehicle. The transport of alcoholic beverages with an open container is strictly prohibited.

How am I supposed to behave if the police stop me?

Stay in the car and wait for instructions from the officer. Keep your hands within reach of the cops (preferably at the wheel). Generally, authorities request that the driver's license be presented, as well as proof of vehicle registration and proof of insurance. With this information in hand, the officer will search his computer to determine if there are any pending with the driver or the vehicle.

Do I need to sign the fine?

If the officer issues a fine, he'll probably ask the driver to sign it. This represents nothing more than consent to appear in court on the scheduled day and time. Signing the fine doesn't mean a guilty plea. If the driver refuses to sign it, this will mean that he is not agreeing to voluntarily attend the court, as a result of what may be determined his detention, so that he/she can be ensured to appear before the judge.

Remember that anyone has the right to remain silent and refuse to answer any questions that might be used to incriminate them.

I got a ticket while driving in the States. Can I resolve the issue by being back in Brazil?

Every case is different. There are cases where, although you do not have to appear in person in the U.S. court, it takes someone to represent the defendant. There are cases where presence in court is mandatory. You should consult a local lawyer about the possibility of being represented by another person at the hearing.

It is warned that no-show at the hearing is the worst option, as there is a risk that an arrest warrant will be issued by the judge, which may determine the arrest of the person on his next visit to the United States, or the denial of a future visa.

If I get a traffic ticket Do I have to appear before the judge or can I just pay it?

It is usually possible to simply pay the fine. However, if the driver is driving 15 miles per hour above the maximum allowed, he may be charged with "reckless driving", which is considered a crime. In that case, you will have to pay a fine and appear before a judge.

What happens if I don't appear in court on the specified date?

An arrest warrant will be issued.

I have to return to Brazil on a date before the day my hearing was scheduled before a judge. What am I supposed to do?

There are several situations in which this can happen, depending on whether it is the civil or criminal proceedings, or being the individual party author (who makes the accusation) or ad (which defends itself). The best answer is, find a lawyer. If the individual is an author in civil proceedings and does not attend, nor is represented by a lawyer, the judge may extinguish the case, determining the abandonment of the case by the plaintiff. If the individual is a defendant in the civil proceedings and does not attend, nor is represented by a lawyer, the judge may decide in his default, considering all the facts alleged by the author as true. Generally, the next phase of the process is execution of the trial, that is, the process of collecting money. If the individual is a defendant in a criminal proceedings and does not attend the hearing, nor is he represented by a lawyer, the judge may also decide in his default. In the impossibility of appearing before the Court on the given date, it is possible, in some cases, that the defendant himself requests the postponement of the hearing. The difference in the civil proceedings is the possibility that the judge can issue an arrest warrant against the ad. The arrest warrant will be registered in the police system. In any future misdemeanors, if law enforcement authorities find that there is an arrest warrant, it can be executed immediately.

If in doubt, please email: assistencia.atlanta@itamaraty.gov.br

SUICIDE PREVENTION

This booklet was created in order to serve the Brazilian community with resources to search for information, guidance and support in relation to the theme of suicide.

It is important to emphasize that the information contained in this booklet does not amount to and does not replace medical or psychological treatment or evaluation.

Demystifying the Subject

There are many taboos, myths and prejudices on the subject of suicide. Many people still believe and spread the misconception that suicidal thoughts only happen to weak, selfish, manipulative, or sinful people. They think that when we seek help for our suicidal thoughts, we will find only fear, aversion and ignorance. This creates more difficulty for the person who is suffering to decide to seek help, in addition to further preventing the possibility of prevention. Check out some truths about suicidal thoughts and how you can help:

1- People who say they're going to kill themselves, just want to draw attention. WRONG!

What to do: Stay tuned. Anyone who expresses suicidal thoughts, even in a joking tone, needs immediate attention and care. More than 75% of people who commit suicide would have somehow demonstrated that they were suffering or even commented on their suicidal thoughts weeks/months before the final act.

2- A person needs to "be crazy" or have psychological problems to develop suicidal thoughts. INCORRECT!

What to do: Take it seriously. According to research, many people who committed suicide had the ability to manage their emotions very well or sometimes pretended to be well not to draw attention, either out of shame or guilt. The absence of emotional or psychological instability does not mean no risk to the suicido.

3 – The problem does not seem so serious to commit suicide. WRONG!

What to do: Pay attention to how painful the problem is for the person rather than focusing on the severity of the problem. What we believe is no reason to commit suicide may be enough for someone else to want to die. Offer help as quickly as possible, try to reduce or control what causes pain in the person. Keep in touch and stay available.

4- No one can "change the idea" or "the head" of a suicide bomber. FALSE!

What to do: Listen! Remember that having suicidal thoughts is a way to call for help. Suicides are ambivalent, part of them want to live and the other party wants to settle the pain. Suicides don't necessarily want to die. Consider positive the fact that someone comments on your suicidal thoughts with you, this means that this person is not yet decided and trusts you. Be empathetic, listen, and offer resources.

5- Talking about suicide increases the probability of it. FALSE!

What to do: Ask! Remember, the person already has the thought in his head and often out of fear or shame, keep it to himself. If you notice any risky behavior, ask without judgment: "Do you think about dying/suicide/killing yourself?" if the person answers yes, try to check more about the thought, if the person says no and you are not convinced, keep monitoring them.

It's common not to know what to do. If in doubt, do not leave the person alone and do not try to do everything yourself. Seek help for the person and for you. Never hesitate to call 911 or take the person to the nearest hospital emergency room.

Warning Signs and Risk Factors

Some situations in life can make people more vulnerable and contribute to thoughts about suicide. Please note if the person:

- have tried to take your own life at once.

- writes, reads or comments about dying or killing yourself, even if in jest. The person research on the internet about suicide and how to kill themselves.

- comments or describes how he plans to kill himself.

- writes, reads or comments on lack of hope, personal failure, anxiety, despair or guilt.

- have a history of psychological problems or mental disorders.

- is or has been the victim of crimes, abuse, domestic violence, harassment, bullying.

- is or shows signs of depression. Practically every day, for two weeks or more, the person presents sadness, isolation and disinterest in doing things he previously did, or presents greater irritation, bad mood and pessimism.

- increased consumption of alcohol, cigarettes and drugs, including certain remedies such as tranquilizers, sleeping and pain medications.

- suffered some kind of loss, emotional or financial, such as: death of a loved one, loss of privacy by exposure of the person on social networks, termination of relationship, loss of employment, business, property or money.

- you have severe, incurable disease or chronic pain or dependence.

- recently purchased or have access to lethal means such as firearms, medication, toxic substances. The person has visited, or talked about places conducive to suicide such as viaduct, tall buildings, etc.

- tends to behave impulsively or aggressively. Impulsive people can commit suicide accidentally. For example, speeding up the car, taking several tablets at once, etc.

- talks about donating or sharing your belongings for no apparent reason.

- uses phrases such as: "Nobody really cares" or "I don't care what can happen to me anymore" or "No one understands what I feel" or "Nothing else is worth it".

Take it seriously. Get help! Don't hesitate to call 911. The service has professionals prepared to deal with these situations and has a translator available.

How to Help in Risk Situations

Suicidal thoughts can occur with anyone, at any age. Children and the elderly may also show warning signs and need immediate attention. Take it seriously!

1) Stay calm, stay with the person, listen to what they have to say, show that you are listening. Show your understanding that her/her feeling and distress is real and true

2) Seek professional help: call 911, take the person to the hospital or emergency clinic as soon as possible.

3) Do not leave the person alone. If possible, follow the person in the consultation or stay with them until someone you can trust is present.

4) If you are with the person on the phone or over the internet, try not to disconnect or disconnect until someone is present with the person at risk, or an ambulance arrives. For example, go to where the person at risk is while talking to them on the phone, or ask someone to find them; call an ambulance or call 911, or ask someone to call/call while you keep in touch with the person at risk.

Remember: the most important thing is to seek professional help. People with suicidal thoughts need to see a psychiatrist as soon as possible. When in doubt, call 911.

How to Talk to a Person at Risk

Fear of talking about suicide is very common, but it does not induce the person to commit the act. Talking about suicide helps the person feel welcomed by someone who cares. It is important to keep in touch with the person, listen with empathy and try to understand what the person feels.

Here are some tips:

Never ignore or encourage someone to commit suicide.
Listen carefully. Don't keep trying to find solutions to the problem
Never judge or criticize, nor tell how the person should feel or behave.
Ask if the person has suicidal thoughts and if there has been planning how to do it.
Other ways to ask about suicidal thinking: "Do you think or have you thought about killing yourself?"; "Do you think about taking your life?"; "Do you think about dying/in death"?
Use phrases that demonstrate that you understand the person and their situation, such as, "I understand how difficult and frustrating it must be to work so hard to achieve something and not work out."
Talk openly, mention the signs of risk you have noticed. Give the person full attention, get rid of distractions (TV, music, computer) but keep your phone close by in case you have to call 911.
Also try to chat with this person's family, friends and support network.
Express respect for a person's opinions, values, and feelings.
Show your concern, affection, and care for the person.
If the person has access to suicidal methods (weapons, poison, etc.) remove them immediately.
Guide and help seek help in mental health networks, health center, hospital. When in doubt, do not leave the person alone.
After talking about the problem and the person feeling understood, ask if the person wants to talk about factors that encourage them to live.
If you don't feel comfortable or don't know what to say, you don't have to talk. Just being present and listening to the person can already make a big difference. Or you can say " I don't know what to say but I want to hear/help/be with you right now"
Avoid phrases that don't help, such as, "It's not that bad," or "This is going to go away," or "I know what you're going through" or "There are people worse off than you." Prefer to use phrases such as:
You're not alone. I'm here to help and listen to you.
I am available to chat /vent/keep company/to help you.
Even though I don't know exactly what you're going through, I want to help in the best way I can.
Make a "life contract/pact" where the person promises you (can be verbally) that you will call 911 or look for someone you trust to talk to when you have suicidal thoughts. Make/review with the person a list of names and phones, including friends, family, hospitals and 911.

Remember: the person does not want to die, he just does not want to live in that situation, he wants to put an end to a suffering. Seek help for the person and for you.

Look for Help

Dial 911 - from anywhere in the United States

Dial 188 – in Brazil (some states will start the service only in 2018, see here the table: https://www.cvv.org.br/informacoes-sobre-o-atendimento-pelo-numero-188/)

Life Appreciation Center - visit the website to find out or chat online at Portuguese: https://www.cvv.org.br/

Call : Lifeline 24 hours 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

Online chat : https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

Call: 1-800-SUICIDE (784-2433)

Booklets, manuals and resources: https://www.abeps.org.br/manuais/

If in doubt, please email: assistencia.atlanta@itamaraty.gov.br

PRISON

The Consulate may provide the following services in favor of the Brazilian detained:

Throughout the compliance with the judgment, the Assistance Sector may monitor the case, in order to ensure that the Brazilian is treated appropriately and without discrimination.
To be an interlocutor between the brazilian national arrested and their families in Brazil.
Prepare travel documentation for the detained citizen and his/her family members.

The consulate's performance, however, has limits, as provided for in international treaties on consular relations, and it is not possible to provide the following services:

The Consulate may not be a party or attorney in immigration or judicial proceedings. Nor can it interfere with the decisions of the U.S. authorities or expedited legal proceedings that fall within the competence of the U.S. government.
The Consulate may not appoint or pay lawyers to defend immigration or any-of-any-kind causes. The hiring of lawyers must be done directly by the Brazilians, if they so wish.
Consulate employees may not make any commitments or be responsible for contracts, debts or expenses of Brazilians.
It is the responsibility of the U.S. authorities to guard, secure, maintain economic and the welfare of the detained person. It is up to the Consulate to periodically check whether such conditions are being adequately provided.

If in doubt, please email: assistencia.atlanta@itamaraty.gov.br

REPATRIATION

Repatriation may be the return to Brazil, funded by the State, of a Brazilian citizen who is abroad in a proven situation of disclaimers.

Under what conditions can a Brazilian abroad be repatriated?

When there is proof, by declaration of economic hyposufficiency, to be requested from the Public Defender's Office of the Union, attesting that the Brazilian citizen abroad is invalidated. This situation occurs when it is proven that the Brazilian (a) and his/her family members obtain air tickets with their own resources are proven to be fully impossibility.

Important observations:

The granting of the benefit to those who have previously been repatriated may not be considered;
Repatriation will be granted to the first point of entry into national territory, and internal displacements in Brazil must be made on their own;
It will not be up to the repatriation of Brazilians who are also nationals of the country in which they reside.

How to request the declaration?

To request the declaration of hypossuficiência and other services, the International Advisory Office of the Public Defender's Office of the Union should be contacted by post, telephone or electronic, in Brasilia, according to the data below:

International Advisory Of the Public Defender's Office of the Union

South Banking Sector, Block 01, Blocks H/I, Lots 26/27 - ZIP Code 70070-110. Brasília/DF, Brazil.

Phone: +55 (61) 3318-4380

Email: internacional@dpu.gov.br

Website: www.dpu.gov.br/internacional

If in doubt, please email: assistencia.atlanta@itamaraty.gov.br

HEALTH AND TRAVEL TO HAZARDOUS AREAS

In the United States, the emergency phone - including medical - is 911.

Due to the high cost of medical and hospital services, the Consulate recommends to all Brazilian citizens in the U.S. territory, tourists and residents, to hire a health plan with adequate coverage.

Brazilian travelers to the U.S. are recommended to bring their controlled drug drugs in original packaging, accompanied by the Brazilian prescription, duly translated into English.

Important information for Brazilians in areas of real or potential risk:

Brazilian citizens traveling abroad should avoid traveling through areas that present threats to human health and physical security.

The decision to go through such areas of risk or to remain in them is the responsibility of the citizen, who must fully inform himself about the conditions or needs of safety and health of the regions he wishes to travel before venturing into them.

It is important to inform the nearest consular authority about your intention by providing as much data as possible. Thus, in an eventuality, the consular authority may contact the Brazilian traveler and, if necessary, his family and friends.

It is suggested to fill out the consular register of Brazilians.

To fill out the consular registration form for Brazilians, click here.

This form is the same as for the production of the Consular Registration Card (CMC). CMC print request is optional.

The information is confidential and, in no event, comparuded with third parties and authorities in other countries.

If in doubt, please email: assistencia.atlanta@itamaraty.gov.br

HURRICANE SEASON

To request assistance during an emergency (police, firefighters, doctors), call 911.

CONSULAR ASSISTANCE

The Consulate General of Brazil in Atlanta will work on consular duty during this period. For cases of proven emergency, including location of Brazilians, call (404) 561-8354.

In Brazil, the following telephone numbers are available:

Brazilian Service Center: 55-61-2030-8804
Consular Assistance In Brasilia: 55-61-98197-2284

PUBLIC GUIDANCE AND USEFUL INFORMATION

What's to be done?

1) Prepare a contingency plan:

Georgia: https://gachd.org/emergency-prep/hurricane_preparedness-2/
South Carolina: http://www.scemd.org/planandprepare/preparedness

2) Track information and alerts from local authorities:

3) Look for information about evacuation plans:

Georgia:
- Evacuation plan:
  https://gema.georgia.gov/plan-prepare/ready-georgia/make-plan/plan-evacuate

The Red Cross also manages the shelters and prepares a list of missing persons. The contact phone is (404) 876-3302 for Georgia and 843-477-0020 for South Carolina. Go to the electronic portal of http://www.redcross.org/find-help.

For more information during an emergency (such as closed lanes, evacuation alerts, available shelters, etc.), contact:

Georgia:
http://www.gema.ga.gov/Pages/Georgia-Map.aspx and seek one of the counties on alert: Appling, Atkinson, Bacon, Brantley, Bryan, Bulloch, Burke, Camden, Candler, Charlton, Chatham, Clinch, Coffee, Echols, Effingham, Emanuel, Evans, Glynn, Jenkins, Jeff Davis, Liberty, Long, McIntosh, Pierce, Screven, Tattnall, Toombs, Treutlen, Wayne and Ware.

South Carolina:
http://www.scemd.org/component/content/article/11-home-page/news/155-know-your-zone and seek out one of the counties on alert: Beaufort, Berkeley, Charleston, Colleton, Dorchester, Georgetown, Horry and Jasper.

If in doubt, please email: assistencia.atlanta@itamaraty.gov.br

TORNADOES, STORMS AND LIGHTNING

Emergency instructions in case of tornadoes, storms and lightning, click here.

If in doubt, please email: assistencia.atlanta@itamaraty.gov.br

TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS

Definition

Recruitment of people through the use of force, abuse of authority, situation of vulnerability or fraud for the purpose of exploiting an individual. Trafficking in persons is characterized by the exploitation of the situation of human vulnerability, which can be personal (related to physical or mental disability, age, color, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, etc.), situational (related to the fact that the person is in irregular migratory situation or isolated in a foreign country, due to language, for example) or circumstantial (concerns the economic situation, unemployment and poverty, or dependence on narcotic substances).

Caution: Human trafficking is independent of the victim's consent. Many people are deceived by totally fictitious job offers or illusory promises of living conditions in the place of destination. The fact that some of the victims are aware of the risks or precariousness of the work situation does not invalidate the characterization of the situation as human trafficking.

How to report?

Contact

Brazilian Assistance Sector - Consulate General of Brazil at Atlanta
3500 Lenox Road, Suite 800, Atlanta, Georgia, 30326
Phone: (404) 949-1202
Fax: (404) 949-2402
Email: assistencia.atlanta@itamaraty.gov.br

Local police, dial 911.

National Human Trafficking Resource Center ( phone 1-888-373-7888) on any day and time, or send a text message to "BEFREE" (number 233733) for assistance and assistance in the area where you are located, report suspected activities involving human trafficking or become familiar with the matter, requesting training or technical assistance.

Important: Even if the foreigner is in an irregular migratory situation in the U.S., it is the duty of the U.S. police authority to provide assistance to the victim of human trafficking.

Brazil: From Brazil, complaints can be sent to NAB or the Human Rights Division of the Federal Police, by phone (61) 2024-8270 or (61) 2024-8705, by e-mail denuncia.ddh@dpf.gov.br or by filling out a form available on the Federal Police website.

For complaints outside office hours, the telephone number of the General Coordination of Immigration Police of the Federal Police (CGPI) may be activated at (61) 2024-8374

For more information, read the Action Guide to Combating Trafficking in Persons.

Trafficking in Children and Adolescents

In the case of victims under 18 years of age, complaints should be forwarded to the Special Secretariat for Human Rights (SDH) - Presidency of the Republic, by dial "100". Dial 100 is a free number for any calls made within the national territory, and has service every day, including holidays and weekends, from 8am to 10pm.

The Ministry of Justice guarantees confidentiality of the identity of the whistleblower. In case of calls made from outside Brazil, the service receives calls charged by the following number: +55 (61) 3212.8400

The complaint can also be made via the Internet, by e-mail: disquedenuncia@sdh.gov.br

If in doubt, please email: assistencia.atlanta@itamaraty.gov.br

VULNERABILITY SITUATION AND SPECIAL NEEDS

For consular service cases when there is extreme need or involve people in a vulnerable situation or with special needs, please email consular.atlanta@itamaraty.gov.br and/or call +1 (404) 949-1204

If in doubt, please email: assistencia.atlanta@itamaraty.gov.br

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Domestic violence can take many forms, but the result is always the same: control of the victim through fear. Abuse occurs systematically and can be physical, psychological, sexual and/or financial.

If you are a victim of domestic violence, now is the time to start thinking about how to protect yourself and how to protect those who need you.

If you are in danger at this very moment, call 911.

Fulton County - Domestic Violence Hotline (24 hours) - (404) 873-1766

National Domestic Violence Hotline (24 hrs) – (800) 799-7233

Fulton County District Attorney's Office – (404) 612-4986

Brazilian victims of violence abroad can contact the service of the Brazilian Government's Secretariat of Policies for Women (SPM) at +55 61 3799-0180.

If in doubt, please email: assistencia.atlanta@itamaraty.gov.br

If you have any question, send email to: assistencia.atlanta@itamaraty.gov.br

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