Alagoas singer Sandro Becker, 71 years old, known for hits from the 80s, had his house arrest revoked by the Pernambuco Court. The measure allows him to resume his concert schedule, especially in June, when the demand for forró and northeastern music artists tends to increase.
The decision was made after a request from the defense, which argued that the restriction on movement prevented the artist from working and generating income to negotiate the debt. The electronic ankle bracelet must be removed this Thursday (11), in Caruaru, in Agreste Pernambuco.
Sandro Becker, stage name Emanuel do Vale Trindade, was arrested on March 27 during an event at a hotel in the city. He was responding to a warrant for debt of approximately R$200,000 in child support.
Debt arising from legal settlement
The debt refers to a previous pension agreement for one of the singer’s children. According to the defense, a property was offered as a form of payment, but the court considered it to be lower than the market value claimed by the family, which continued to charge the remaining balance.
Lawyer Marinésio Luz explained that the goods delivered did not cover the total required, generating the current debt. The defense is now planning a hearing to discuss a new settlement agreement.
Justice prioritizes productive capacity
In the decision, the judge considered that house arrest with an ankle bracelet directly compromised Sandro Becker’s professional activity, which depends on travel and presentations. The period of June is considered the most profitable for the singer.
“He lives from doing shows. This period of June is the period in which he could work the most”, highlighted the lawyer when quoting an excerpt from the sentence. No new precautionary measures were imposed, as the judge understood that the artist has a fixed residence and a long proven career.
Career marked by hits with double meaning
Sandro Becker rose to prominence in the 80s with songs with spicy lyrics, such as “A Velha De Suas da Cama”, “O Gato Tico” and “Julieta”. In 1986, he participated in the Cassino do Chacrinha program, on TV Globo, which increased his national visibility.
The case illustrates a common dilemma for mid-career artists in the Northeast: the dependence on live shows for sustenance, especially during festive seasons, and the challenges of reconciling long-standing financial obligations with an irregular work routine.