The column of Bonil
The Ecuadorian president emphasized that proposed reforms to the Democracy Code will not restrict political participation for citizens without criminal records.
The number of temporary arrests continues to decline. But in 2025, there were more long arrests
Poland sees a decline in temporary arrests, while long-term detention figures have increased, raising concerns about judicial efficiency and the implications for the country's legal system.
‘Green shoots’ in drive to cut number of women in England and Wales prisons
The article discusses the challenges faced by women in prisons in England and Wales, highlighted through the story of a woman named Pat who experienced significant hardships due to her imprisonment.
Concerns Over Judicial Intimidation from 'Distortion of Law' Offense... Supreme Court to Create Task Force for Criminal Trial Protection and Support
The South Korean Supreme Court announced the establishment of a task force to address concerns regarding judicial intimidation related to the newly introduced 'distortion of law' offense.
Prosecutor Reform Promotion Team Leader Says, 'Supplementary Investigation Rights Should Be Considered Reasonably from the Public's Perspective'
The head of the Prosecutor Reform Promotion Team advocated for a focus on enhancing legal services for the public in discussions about supplementary investigation rights for prosecutors.
“Incomprehensible Idea” – MOT Investigates: Prison Guard Reforms Face Major Opposition
The reform of prison guard training in Finland aimed at addressing guard shortages and rising inmate numbers is facing significant criticism from within the corrections community.
Piotr Szymaniak: The Presidential Veto Will Only Reinforce Pathologies of Criminal Procedure
The veto of the criminal procedure reform by President Karol Nawrocki threatens to undermine fundamental legal protections and create enduring procedural issues in Poland.
On the first day of the implementation of the Judicial 3 Laws, Jo Hee-dae was accused... The first case of judicial petition - 'Forced expulsion of a Syrian national'
The implementation of South Korea's Judicial 3 Laws introduces significant changes to the criminal justice system, with the first case involving a Syrian national seeking to overturn a forced expulsion ruling.
The state reduces prosecutors' independence due to police chiefs' criminal case
The Estonian Ministry of Justice and Digitalisation is proposing amendments to the Prosecutor's Office Act that will limit the ability of prosecutors to appeal cases to the Supreme Court, as a response to the criminal cases involving police leaders.
Chief Judges Nationwide: Increasing Aversion to Criminal Courts Due to Distortion of Law Crime... Need for Protection and Support Measures
Chief judges from across South Korea convened to discuss concerns over new judicial laws and their implications for the criminal court system.
What were the most common criminal offenses last year?
Last year, the most common criminal offenses in Latvia were petty theft and driving under the influence, as reported by the Attorney General at a government commission meeting.
Park Chan-Woon: 'Hasty Prosecutorial Reform Will Lead to Extreme Chaos... The President Is Keeping the Center Well'
Former advisory chairman Park Chan-Woon explained his resignation, emphasizing the need for careful consideration in prosecutorial reform and expressing concern over potential misunderstandings regarding the reform committee's role.
Virginia Dems send Spanberger bill that could let some repeat offenders out without secured bond, expert warns
A Virginia bill aimed at reducing bond requirements for repeat offenders has raised concerns about public safety according to experts.
New juvenile criminal regime: what is known about the law that sets penalties from age 14
Argentina has enacted a new juvenile justice law that establishes penal responsibility beginning at age 14 with specific sanctions for underage offenders.
Chairman of the Prosecutorial Reform Advisory Committee: "Completely abolishing supplementary investigations by prosecutors will cause unbearable chaos"
The chairman of the Prosecutorial Reform Advisory Committee expressed that completely abolishing supplementary investigations by prosecutors would lead to significant chaos in the criminal justice process.
'Good character' references for serious offenders to be scrapped in Tasmania
Tasmania plans to ban 'good character' references as a factor in sentencing for serious offenders, according to Attorney-General Guy Barnett.
The Council of Legislation Criticizes the Government's Sentencing Reform
The Swedish Council of Legislation has criticized the government's sentencing reform proposals, dismissing them entirely due to a lack of quality and coherence.
Record compensations for errors of courts and prosecutors. Over 10 million PLN for wrongful arrests and detentions
In Poland, a growing concern over wrongful arrests has led to notable compensations exceeding 10 million PLN, highlighting systemic issues in the judicial process.
What is the Valeria Law, the criminal reform that punishes stalking in Mexico?
The Valeria Law in Mexico officially recognizes stalking as a federal crime and establishes penalties for such behavior.
Draft Law for Cyber Protection: Government Wants to Allow BKA Access to Servers Abroad
The German government is proposing a reform that would grant the Federal Criminal Police (BKA) greater powers to combat cyber threats, including the ability to intervene in foreign networks.
Government to Focus on Public Opinion on Criminal Procedure Issues in March-April
The South Korean government is set to conduct intensive public consultations on key issues related to criminal procedure law, including supplementary investigative powers, during March and April.
Reporter of PEC limits sentence progression and maintains plebiscite on reducing the age of adulthood
A Brazilian congressman proposes stricter rules for the progression of sentences concerning crimes against vulnerable populations and plans a plebiscite on lowering the age of criminal responsibility.
Juvenile Criminal Law: How Senators Voted on Lowering the Age of Criminal Responsibility to 14
The Argentine Senate approved a juvenile criminal law reform that lowers the age of criminal responsibility from 16 to 14, passed by 44 to 27 votes with one abstention.
In Milei's victory, Argentina reduces the criminal age from 16 to 14
Argentina's Senate approved a new criminal regime that lowers the age of criminal responsibility from 16 to 14 years, following a tragic incident involving the murder of a teenager.
The Senate approved by a large majority the Juvenile Criminal Regime and lowers the age of liability to 14 years
The Argentine Senate has approved a significant reform to the Juvenile Criminal Regime, lowering the age of criminal liability from 16 to 14 years, amidst substantial debate and public interest.
Juvenile Criminal Reform in the Senate, LIVE: What time is the session, main points, and everything about the debate in Congress on February 27
The Argentine Senate will debate a juvenile criminal reform aimed at lowering the age of criminal accountability from 16 to 14 years.
Korea criminalizes 'perversion of justice,' with judges, prosecutors facing up to 10 years
South Korea's National Assembly passed an amendment to criminalize 'perversion of justice', imposing severe penalties on legal professionals for misconduct.
A 'Lie' of a 5-Year-Old Son, Father Spent 23 Years in Jail... Accused of 4 Murders
In a significant ruling, the Allahabad High Court acquitted a man who spent 23 years in prison for allegedly murdering his wife and three children, after determining that the prosecution failed to prove its case against him.
Argentina has a new strike on the day of discussion about lowering the age of criminal responsibility and labor reform in Congress
In Argentina, unions are orchestrating a strike coinciding with congressional discussions on significant proposals from President Javier Milei.
The Senate is ready to approve the labor reform and lower the age of criminal responsibility to 14 years this Friday
The Argentine Senate is set to approve labor reform and a new juvenile criminal regime that lowers the age of criminal responsibility from 16 to 14, amidst potential legal challenges from labor organizations.
Australia lags behind NZ and Canada when it comes to one major problem
Australia is facing a significant issue with the rising incarceration rates of Indigenous people, particularly youth, despite governmental commitments to reform.
Why the Contes do not return
Giuseppe Conte re-emerges, criticizing the government's criminal policy reform amid internal strife within his political party, M5S.
A revolution is coming in criminal procedure. It will be easier for defenders, cheaper, and more efficient
Poland is set to reform its criminal procedure, allowing for more remote participation in trials, benefiting defense attorneys and making the process cheaper and more efficient.
Remote trials not only at the request of the prosecutor. The bill is nearing completion
Poland is considering amendments to legal procedures that would expand the possibility of remote participation in criminal trials, currently limited mainly to prosecutors and specific cases.
Democratic Party Modifies Law Distortion Crime Just Before Vote, Restricting Applicability to 'Criminal Cases'
The Democratic Party of Korea has modified the 'law distortion crime' bill to limit its applicability to criminal cases, amid concerns of potential unconstitutionality.
Call for Revisions to 'Crime of Distorting Law' at Democratic Party Meeting... Hardliners Demand No Retreat
The Democratic Party of Korea is considering revisions to the controversial 'Crime of Distorting Law' bill amidst internal dissent and pressure from civic groups before its scheduled discussion in the National Assembly.
Court backlog in England and Wales ‘will rise until 2035 despite reforms’
The backlog in criminal courts in England and Wales is projected to rise until 2035, even with proposed reforms such as limited jury trials.
Even With Re-Legislation Announced, the Gap Between the Government and the Democratic Party on 'Prosecutors' Complementary Investigation Rights' Remains... A Source of Conflict
The South Korean government announced new legislative proposals for the Criminal Case Investigation Agency and the Prosecutors' Office, yet tensions remain unresolved over the controversial issue of prosecutors' complementary investigation rights, potentially leading to further conflict.
Decrease in the Age of Criminal Responsibility: A Necessary Reform, But Not at Any Cost
The Argentine Congress has recently approved a bill to reform juvenile criminal responsibility, allowing adolescents as young as 14 to be prosecuted for serious crimes.
Javier Milei and his measures, LIVE: all the news from the Government, minute by minute
The government of Javier Milei is set to push for labor reform and a new juvenile criminal code this week, while also aiming to advance trade agreements with the EU and Mercosur.
The Senate hastens Milei's agenda, adding the lowering of the age of criminal responsibility and the Mercosur-EU Agreement to the labor reform
The Argentine Senate is set to expedite several key proposals from President Javier Milei's government, including labor reform, lowering the age of criminal responsibility, and the Mercosur-EU agreement.
LLA requests the expulsion of Carignano and threatens to report her criminally after unplugging microphones during the session
La Libertad Avanza (LLA) in Argentina's lower house has proposed criminal charges against Union por la Patria legislator Florencia Carignano for allegedly sabotaging a labor reform debate by disconnecting microphones.
Yosef, killed at 14: The law must intervene. But not criminal law
The article discusses the implications of a recent murder by a 12-year-old in Germany and argues for a reconsideration of how the law treats juvenile offenders.
The Ministry of Security filed a criminal complaint against an Instagram profile after the dissemination of content for "instigation to commit crimes"
Argentina's Ministry of Security has filed a criminal complaint against an Instagram account for allegedly instigating violent acts during labor reform discussions in the Senate.
Proposal: Possibility to Seize Companies
A proposal by government investigators in Sweden suggests expanding the scope of seized property in criminal cases to include companies and real estate, alongside personal property.
Milei urged to expedite another reform for the first quarter: he will promote the new Penal Code
Javier Milei is pushing for a speedy reform of the Penal Code as part of his administration's agenda while navigating political concessions.
Watch ⟩ Tax and Customs Police Under Scandal Begins Work as Separate Ministry of Internal Affairs Institution
Latvia's Tax and Customs Police has officially become a separate entity under the Ministry of Internal Affairs as of January 1st, with former Criminal Police chief Andrejs Grišins appointed as its head.
Age of Accountability: The Problem Is Not the Law, But How It Is Applied
The debate on lowering the age of accountability has resurfaced in Argentina as the government proposes a legal reform allowing minors from 14 to be criminally charged.
The Church and evangelical cults on opposing paths regarding the reform of the juvenile criminal regime
The Catholic Church and evangelical communities in Argentina are divided on a proposed reform to the juvenile criminal justice system, with the former opposing the initiative and the latter supporting it.
Why Myriam Bregman and Karen Reichardt clashed after the partial approval of the juvenile criminal law reform
The recent partial approval of a juvenile criminal law reform in Argentina led to a public clash between lawmakers Myriam Bregman and Karen Reichardt.