According to the decree, children can be expelled from Portuguese territory, resulting in the separation of their families. The legislation also provides for criminal consequences for parents in an irregular situation.
The law applies specifically to immigrant families who do not have their residence authorization up to date. The text of the decree establishes that the lack of regular documents can lead to the application of expulsion measures.
This decision by the President of the Republic was received with concern by human rights organizations, which warn of the negative impacts on children and families affected by these measures.
