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Honduras Penal Code Reform Targets Gang Tattoos as Membership Evidence

Honduran lawmakers propose amending the Penal Code to treat tattoos linked to criminal organizations as evidence of gang membership, per Deputy Marco Paz. The reform is pending in Congress; if enacted, it would criminalize such tattoos and could expand prosecutorial powers. This marks a notable shift in legal strategy against gangs, though its passage and enforcement remain uncertain.

Proceso Digitalabout 6 hours agoHNCredibility 14%View source

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