New amnesty law for human rights abuses in Peru prompts fury, action | Crimes Against Humanity News

Lawyers for victims of human rights abuses in Peru plan to appeal a new law that grants amnesty to military and police personnel involved in the country’s armed conflict from 1980 to 2000, which could dismiss 156 convictions and 600 ongoing cases. Human rights organizations, including Amnesty International, warn that the legislation undermines justice and truth efforts, while critics argue it violates international human rights standards.

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Lawyers are trying to stop a new law in Peru that gives special protection to soldiers and police who hurt people during a long fight many years ago.

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