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Towards redignifying the Uruguayan prison system: critical perspectives in light of the concept of human dignity

The purpose of this article is to examine the Uruguayan prison system from a perspective of respect for human dignity. The situation of persons deprived of their liberty is critically approached, evaluating the conditions of prison institutions and the protection of their rights. Special emphasis is...

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Main Author: López Valenzuela, Agustina (author)
Format: article
Language:Spanish
Published: 2024
Subjects:
Derechos humanos
Personas privadas de libertad
Dignidad humana
Pena
Derecho penal
Human Rights
Persons deprived of liberty
Human dignity
Punishment
Criminal law
Direitos Humanos
Pessoas privadas de liberdade
Dignidade humana
Punição
Direito Penal
Online Access:http://revistas.um.edu.uy/index.php/revistaderecho/article/view/1307
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Summary:The purpose of this article is to examine the Uruguayan prison system from a perspective of respect for human dignity. The situation of persons deprived of their liberty is critically approached, evaluating the conditions of prison institutions and the protection of their rights. Special emphasis is placed on the need to explore reforms necessary to bring the prison system into line with international human rights standards, proposing approaches that promote rehabilitation and safeguard the dignity of these individuals who continue to be part of society.

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