Argentine Judge Defends Ruling, Says It Applies Only to Specific Case

Judge Laura De Marinis defended her ruling that dismissed charges against a 14-year-old defendant, clarifying it does not set a precedent of impunity and that the law remains in effect for the 16-year-old co-defendants. The Buenos Aires government is pushing for a jury against her amid criticism. The clarification aims to contain political fallout but does not resolve the underlying legal controversy.