Does your Nationality or Being Foreign National Status Affect Your Current Charges in Mexico?
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Does your Nationality or Being Foreign National Status Affect Your Current Charges in Mexico?

After India and China, Mexico is the third-largest emigration country. The Mexico-US border sees a high influx of travelers and immigrants every day. Moreover, migrants from the country generate more than 22.8 Billion USD worth of remittances per year. While immigration is politically, economically, and culturally quite beneficial for a country’s growth, it increases the…

Border Crossing Accidents in Mexico and How to Avoid Them
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Border Crossing Accidents in Mexico and How to Avoid Them

Recently, Mexican authorities took an initiative to distribute over a million copies of a handbook that gave safety tips and tricks to travelers, citizens, and immigrants. The handbook contains all the legal pitfalls that must be avoided. In addition, the handbook makes it clear to travelers that they need to comply with the stringent regulations…

The Difference Between Federal and State Drug Crimes in Mexico
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The Difference Between Federal and State Drug Crimes in Mexico

Drug crimes are highly stigmatized, and in a country like Mexico, where the drug crime rate is quite high, they’re punishable with hefty penalties and long-lasting prison sentences. Tijuana is the second-largest city in Mexico and it has always been subjected to a high drug crime rate. From smugglers to large cartels, this city has…

How Marijuana Legalization Would Benefit the Mexican Criminal Justice System
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How Marijuana Legalization Would Benefit the Mexican Criminal Justice System

Mexico is presently enduring one of the worst emergencies in terms of illegal drug abuse. The global war on drugs has led to a systematic and low intensity conflict between the US and Mexico. Moreover, statistics show that more than 34 thousand people were killed in Mexico in 2020. Meaning, a person was killed every fifteen minutes, mostly…

Things You Can Do to Prevent Violent Crimes
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Things You Can Do to Prevent Violent Crimes

There has been a dramatic increase in violent crimes such as homicide, feminicide, and gun violence in Mexico. This upsurge has had adverse effects on the country’s economy, growth, and public—especially the youth. Violence in northern Mexico has contributed to high crime rate, criminal arrests, and threat to security and well-being of citizens. Violent crime…

The Supreme Court of Justice (SCJN) opened the doors for the early release of thousands of prisoners already sentenced in the previous justice system
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The Supreme Court of Justice (SCJN) opened the doors for the early release of thousands of prisoners already sentenced in the previous justice system

The ministers of The Supreme Court of Justice in Mexico resolved that those convicted can request early release with the rules of the new National Criminal Enforcement Law, which allows the release of convicts who serve 70 percent of the sentence for malicious crimes, except those related to organized crime, kidnapping and trafficking. of people….

Reasons to Choose a Criminal Lawyer
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Reasons to Choose a Criminal Lawyer

The Mexican criminal law system is comprehensive and has been established and modified to help residents stay safe across the country. If you’re facing federal or state level criminal charges in Tijuana, Mexico, you need to take immediate measures to stop your case from going to trial. A criminal defense lawyer can help you understand the country’s law and…

How a Criminal Trial Can Impact Your Reputation
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How a Criminal Trial Can Impact Your Reputation

Being arrested for a criminal offense in Mexico comes with a hefty cost, beyond what you pay in fines and penalties. Having criminal charges for particular allegations in your background checks, regardless of the outcome, can be a detrimental factor for your credibility and reputation regardless of which country you live in. Most people find it…

3 Questions to Ask Before Appointing a Criminal Defense Attorney in Mexico
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3 Questions to Ask Before Appointing a Criminal Defense Attorney in Mexico

Being charged with a crime can be a complicated and overwhelming process. However, your criminal defense attorney’s consistent support can make things smoother for you. They can make the investigation and trial process more manageable by working toward a beneficial case outcome. However, not every attorney has the expertise to deal with your case and…

A Guide to Dealing with the Mexican Police or Authorities
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A Guide to Dealing with the Mexican Police or Authorities

While every country’s criminal justice system is different, one of the crucial components of investigating a crime is conducting a formal police interview of an alleged criminal. It’s one of the first steps of initiating an investigation when a person is charged with a crime. The police conduct a video recorded interview of the charged…