Argentina's Law 27.801 Overhauls Juvenile Penal System, Adds Alternatives

Argentina's Law 27.801 enters into force, introducing new procedural rules, alternatives to prosecution, penalty limits, and specific execution modalities for juvenile offenders. The reform goes beyond merely lowering the minimum age of criminal responsibility, signaling a comprehensive shift in the country's juvenile justice framework. The practical impact on case outcomes and prison populations remains to be seen.