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Argentina's Senate approved a new juvenile criminal justice system that lowers the age of criminal responsibility from 16 to 14 years.

Two individuals connected to a double murder case in Finikounda have been released without any conditions after being accused of aiding a criminal.

A Finnish court has released a man who stalked former Prime Minister Sanna Marin from criminal liability, citing his mental health issues.

A retired police commissioner in Lagos revealed the systemic failures of Nigeria's criminal justice system, emphasizing that police officers often act under resource constraints, making them victims of the system themselves.

The TJ-SP upheld the acquittal of former Big Brother Brasil contestant Felipe Prior in a rape case from 2018, concluding that criminal responsibility was not proven.

A lawyer was caught carrying a gun during a criminal trial at the Athens Court, raising significant concerns about security in judicial premises, according to a statement from the Association of Judges and Prosecutors.

True crime enthusiasts are reacting passionately to a new docuseries that explores gripping criminal cases.

The Supreme Court's decision to recognize the start of the retrial in the Hino Town case may influence the direction of criminal procedure reforms in Japan.

The National Justice Council (CNJ) in Brazil has mandated an immediate investigation into harassment allegations by a law intern against a director and a federal judge in Roraima's Federal Criminal Court.

The backlog in criminal courts in England and Wales is projected to rise until 2035, even with proposed reforms such as limited jury trials.

David Lammy has announced the lifting of the cap on crown court sitting days in England and Wales in an effort to address the backlog of criminal cases.

The AfD is currently facing internal turmoil as Euro MP Anja Arndt accuses party officials of a structural system of power abuse, intimidation, and potentially criminal activities in Lower Saxony.

Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa stated that 85% of the leaders of criminal groups have been captured, but questions remain about the processing and sentencing of those detained.

The article discusses severe issues within Namibia's correctional facilities, highlighting overcrowding and violence that turn them into breeding grounds for criminal behavior rather than rehabilitative spaces.

The Public Ministry of Rio Grande do Norte stated that there was no error in the imprisonment of a Paraíba man who was wrongfully detained instead of a convicted robber, attributing the mistake to incorrect information provided by the actual perpetrator during arrest.

A man in his fifties has been requested to be remanded in custody in connection with ongoing child sexual abuse investigations in Western Sweden.

A prosecution has been launched against an employee of SIA "ZZ Dats" for violating information system security regulations leading to a municipal data leak.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a $20 million investment in youth programs aimed at enhancing community safety and preventing youth involvement in the criminal justice system.

The Brazilian pension system is under threat from both criminal organizations and politicians seeking to exploit its wealth for personal gain.

A man from Paraíba was wrongly imprisoned for three days due to a mix-up with another individual sharing his name who had a criminal record.

The opening of the 'Epstein files' reveals a systemic issue within capitalism, highlighting how the ultra-rich exploit the legal system while engaging in criminal behaviors.

Danish Justice Minister Peter Hummelgaard has called for a report on the infiltration of organized crime into key societal institutions by criminal networks.

The number of sexual offenders serving unconditional prison sentences in Finland has increased significantly, with reported numbers rising from 178 in 2023 to 294 in 2025.

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.

Germany's Justice Minister Stefanie Hubig opposes increasing the criminal responsibility age for children under 14 in light of a recent violent incident involving minors.

Neurosurgeon Leopoldo Luque's request to suspend the trial regarding his involvement in Diego Maradona's death was denied by the San Isidro Criminal Oral Tribunal.

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa announces a significant reform initiative aimed at combating organized crime and corruption within the criminal justice system.

Deputy Miguel Ángel Pichetto criticized the insufficient budget for juvenile penal reform while expressing support for lowering the age of criminal responsibility.

The article discusses Brazil's selective prison system that disproportionately affects Black and poor populations, highlighting the systemic violence and socio-economic inequality behind crime.

The Finnish Criminal Policy Council warns that the potential cutback of essential crime statistics poses a threat to the transparency and development of the country's criminal justice system.

The article explores the life and background of Jeffrey Epstein, examining his controversial dealings and criminal activities.

The Japanese Legislative Council has submitted a proposal to the Minister of Justice for a review of the reexamination system and the requirements for dangerous driving, including the introduction of numeric standards.

A mother in Norway has been acquitted for the second time of severe abuse of her son, with the court ruling that the allegations did not meet the criminal threshold.

The Supreme Federal Court (STF) of Brazil annulled the criminal proceedings against former Civil Police Secretary Allan Turnowski, declaring the previous jurisdiction incompetent.

The Jerusalem District Court has allowed the publication of protocols from a 2016 meeting where Avichai Mandelblit stated he would not open a criminal investigation into Prime Minister Netanyahu regarding gifts received ten years prior.

The Finnish Cyber Security Authority is investigating a significant data breach involving the state information and communication technology center Valtori, which has affected user data for approximately 50,000 individuals.

The article discusses the debate around lowering the age of criminal responsibility in Argentina, advocating for earlier intervention rather than punitive measures.

The Supreme Court of Justice in Mexico plans to address the validity of preventive detention in the next two months, affecting over 100,000 prisoners who have not yet been convicted.

The owner of Tresory Bank, Eduardo Scatambulo Ribeiro, is under investigation by the São Paulo Civil Police for suspicion of financial system crimes, money laundering, fraud, and organized crime.

The article explores how systemic failures allowed Jeffrey Epstein's criminal activities to continue unchecked for years.

A Sainsbury's shopper was wrongfully ejected from the store due to a facial recognition system mistaking him for a flagged offender, leading to criticism of the supermarket's use of such technology.

Discussions surrounding the review of the re-trial system aimed at rescuing victims of wrongful convictions are intensifying, with the Ministry of Justice targeting amendments to the Criminal Procedure Act following the House of Representatives election.

Corrado Carnevale, a former magistrate and president of the first criminal section of the Cassation, has died in Rome at the age of 95.

Uruguayan police have dismantled a criminal group that had excavated a tunnel to access a bank via the sewer system, involving citizens from Uruguay, Brazil, and Paraguay, with one member still at large.

The 3rd Criminal Execution Court in São Luís has implemented an automated temporary exit system for inmates, defining the 2026 schedule for temporary releases based on the Penal Execution Law.

The article discusses new measures for expediting criminal proceedings, including voluntary penal submission, mediation dismissals, and the implications for offenders and victims.

Wales' parliament is debating a proposed law that would treat intentional lying during electoral campaigns as a criminal offense, raising concerns over free speech and the potential burden on the judicial system.

An independent review recommends increasing the use of remote hearings to address the backlog in England and Wales' court system, suggesting more than 130 measures to improve efficiency without the need for new legislation.

Zohran Mamdani, the mayor of New York, appointed Stanley Richards, a former convict, to lead the city's prisons, emphasizing the decision as a symbolic victory for the correctional system.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has appointed ex-inmate Stanley Richards to lead the city's prison system, making him the first former prisoner to hold the position.