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Delcy Rodríguez Orders Probe into Alleged Amnesty Fee Collections: "This Must Cease"

From El Nacional · (2h ago) Spanish Critical tone

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Venezuelan interim president Delcy Rodríguez has ordered an investigation into alleged judicial corruption related to amnesty processes.
  • The investigation targets judges accused of charging fees for granting amnesty, a process that began in February and has benefited over 9,000 people.
  • Families of political prisoners had previously reported these alleged payments, highlighting concerns about the justice system's integrity.

From Caracas, the Bolivarian government, through its interim president Delcy Rodríguez, has taken a firm stance against corruption within the judicial system. The recent order to investigate judges accused of soliciting payments for amnesty demonstrates a commitment to upholding the integrity of the legal process, particularly concerning the recently enacted amnesty law.

Rodríguez's public denouncement, broadcast on state television Venezolana de Televisión (VTV), underscores the administration's zero-tolerance policy towards any deviations from justice. The law, approved in February, aims to provide a pathway to freedom for over 9,000 individuals, many of whom were previously subject to restrictive precautionary measures. The government views this as a significant step towards reconciliation and the strengthening of democratic principles.

Las desviaciones del sistema de justicia penal han existido y existen. Tengo información y he pedido actuación por aquellos jueces que se atreven a cobrar por la amnistía, eso debe cesar

— Delcy RodríguezVenezuelan interim president Delcy Rodríguez announced her order to investigate judges accused of charging fees for amnesty, stating that such deviations in the criminal justice system must cease.

The allegations of judicial misconduct, brought to light by the families of political prisoners, are being treated with the utmost seriousness. The government's swift action to address these claims reflects its dedication to ensuring that the amnesty process is fair, transparent, and free from any form of illicit enrichment. This move is seen as crucial for rebuilding public trust in the judiciary and reinforcing the rule of law in Venezuela.

Furthermore, Rodríguez's call for a constitutional ruling on sexual diversity as a fundamental human right, a concept she claims to understand more deeply through the "Program for Democratic Coexistence and Peace," signals a broader agenda of social inclusion and human rights advancement. This initiative, launched shortly after she assumed her interim presidency, aims to foster a more equitable and understanding society, addressing long-standing issues faced by the LGBTQ+ community in Venezuela.

Las desviaciones del sistema de justicia penal han existido y existen. Tengo información y he pedido actuación por aquellos jueces que se atreven a cobrar por la amnistía, eso debe cesar

— Delcy RodríguezVenezuelan interim president Delcy Rodríguez announced her order to investigate judges accused of charging fees for amnesty, stating that such deviations in the criminal justice system must cease.
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Originally published by El Nacional in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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