Judges and prosecutors continued to play a key role in the full restoration of powers to the judiciary, including the power to investigate and try past human rights violations, but the judiciary, especially in the provinces, continued to be subject to political influence.
During the year, the Council of the Magistracy began its work. In 1999, some substantial steps were made towards overcoming impunity for past human rights violations.
Attacks on Justice 2000 – Argentina [full text, PDF]