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…
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…
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 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….
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…
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…
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…
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…
An efficient criminal justice system ensures that the investigations, judgments, and the final verdicts revolving homicide cases are carried out impartially across the country. It imposesdemanding investigation and fair settlement of alleged homicide lawbreakers, conversely affecting the homicide crime rate. Tijuana is considered the top-most dangerous city in Mexico due to the presence of highly organized criminal…
There has been a gun control debate worldwide with two immutable positions justifying and condemning firearm possession. It has led to legislative reforms for gun control to resolve the risks associated with gun ownership and people’s attitudes behind making the rational choice of keeping, using, and trading guns. Like the USA, Mexico’s constitution grants its natives and citizens…
