How to obtain a police certificate - Brazil

Do I need to provide a police certificate when applying for permanent residence?
Yes. Applicants need to provide the three different certificates listed below.

How and where do I obtain one?

Local Requests
Applicants should contact the issuing authorities to obtain the three following certificates:

1. A Certidão de Antecedentes Criminais, issued by the federal police. Consult their website at www.dpf.gov.br for instructions.
2. A Certidão de Antecedentes Criminais, issued by the state authority. Contact the state authority directly, using the local directory for assistance.
3. A Certidão de Distribuição Cíveis e Criminais, issued by the Federal Ministry of Justice. Contact the local justice department for instructions or consult www.justicafederal.gov.br.

Non-Resident Requests
Applicants must have a representative in Brazil with notarized authorization to request the federal and state police certificates on their behalf.