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Argentina Juvenile Law suspension sparks political conflict

Argentina is experiencing significant legal and political tension following the implementation of Law 27.801, which lowers the age of criminal responsibility from 16 to 14. While the law is active in provinces like Jujuy, Santa Fe, and San Luis, its application in Buenos Aires province has been suspended for 60 days by Judge Marta Pascual.

Judge Pascual cited a lack of adequate infrastructure and resources to manage the expected increase in juvenile detainees. This decision has triggered a fierce backlash from political figures and legal entities. The ruling party, La Libertad Avanza, is pursuing an impeachment trial against Pascual, while the NGO Usina de Justicia has filed criminal complaints for alleged abuse of authority and usurpation of functions.

Prosecutor Hernán Ceruti has appealed the suspension, arguing that the judicial decision violates the separation of powers and causes grave institutional damage. In contrast, other judicial sectors, such as the Moreno-General Rodríguez department under Judge Mirta Guarino, maintain that the law remains in effect. Meanwhile, provinces like Santa Fe and San Luis are moving forward with local regulatory adaptations to implement the national mandate.

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Argentina · Axel Kicillof · Buenos Aires · Buenos Aires Province · Hernán Ceruti · Javier Milei · La Libertad Avanza · Marta Elba Pascual · Maximiliano Pullaro · Patricia Bullrich · Province of Buenos Aires · Sergio Berni

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