International Commission of Jurists
Attacks on Justice 2000 – Ecuador

Attacks on Justice 2000 – Ecuador

Aug 13, 2001

Widespread corruption and heavy back log constitute the main problems the Ecuadorian judiciary has to face, against a background of continuing political and economic instability.

Attacks on Justice 2000 – Mexico

Attacks on Justice 2000 – Mexico

Aug 13, 2001

The ineffectiveness of the Mexican system of justice allows most violations of human rights to go unpunished. Ordinary courts lack jurisdiction to try members of the armed forces for violations of human rights committed against civilians. This erodes the independence of these courts.

Attacks on Justice 2000 – Colombia

Attacks on Justice 2000 – Colombia

Aug 13, 2001

At least 31 judges, lawyers and prosecutors were the target of threats, intimidation or physical attacks during the year. More than 100 other people associated with the administration of justice were also the subjects of harassment.

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