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Costa Rica prison system management and security
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Latest: Costa Rica ends virtual hearing agreement to bolster prison security
Costa Rica’s prison system has faced significant operational and human rights challenges. In early 2026, reports indicated severe overcrowding across the nation’s 13 facilities, with an overall overcrowding rate of 46.4%
Costa Rica security reforms spark institutional conflict
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Latest: President Laura Fernández addresses tension between Executive and Judicial powers
President Laura Fernández’s hard-line security agenda has continued to meet intense institutional resistance, culminating in large-scale public protests in August. The conflict stems from Fernández's attempts to implemen