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Thursday, October 17, 2024

Supreme Court Challenges Amnistía Law

Published: 2024-07-24

The Spanish Supreme Court has raised a constitutional question against the amnesty law, claiming it violates the constitutional right to equality and the principles of legal certainty.

The court described the law as a "revisable permanent amnesty," which undermines the democratic system and introduces a discriminatory treatment of citizens based on their political motivations.

This decision stems from a case involving public disorder in Girona during protests against the 'procés' ruling.

The court emphasized that the amnesty could not restore democratic coexistence unless those involved respect the basic rules of freedom.

It criticized the law for offering preferential treatment to those who committed crimes in the name of independence while penalizing others for similar offenses with different motivations.

The Supreme Court's stance highlights the ongoing tensions surrounding the Catalan independence movement and the implications of the amnesty law for Spain's democratic integrity.