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The Chamber of Deputies approved the inclusion of digital violence in the Law on Women’s Access to a Life Free from Violence. This is the story of the 'Olimpia Law,' where it all began:

According to Article 186 of the National Code of Criminal Procedure (CNPP), reparation agreements are those reached between the victim and the accused. Once approved by the Public Prosecutor or the control judge and fulfilled according to their terms, these agreements result in the extinction of criminal action.

The crime of bodily injuries, as the name suggests, consists of causing harm or injury to a person. According to Article 288 of the Federal Penal Code, bodily injuries are defined as any alteration to a person's health or damage that leaves a physical mark on the body.

There are crimes that are pursued through a complaint. Article 206 of the Penal Code for the State of Baja California mentions: Theft will be prosecuted by the complaint of the offended party in the following cases:

According to the Federal Law of Firearms and Explosives in Mexico, there are specific calibers permitted for the possession and carrying of firearms. Below is information regarding the allowed calibers:

The Conditional Suspension of the Process is an alternative solution proposed by the Public Ministry or the accused to the Control Judge to resolve the conflict. Once a damage repair plan and a series of conditions established by law are fulfilled, criminal action is extinguished. The Conditional Suspension of the Process is outlined in the National Code of Criminal Procedure from Article 191 to Article 200.

The duty to report is the obligation of any person who is aware of an event that may constitute a crime to inform the Public Prosecutor's Office immediately, and in urgent cases, to any police officer.

The concept of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) refers to the set of tools that allow the transmission, processing, and storage of information. This includes computers and their components, such as software and hardware; smartphones; tablets; networks like the Internet; information systems, and more.

All human beings, by the mere fact of being human, enjoy human rights, and the State is obligated to protect and guarantee them. Among these rights are the right to human dignity, the right to personal integrity and security, the right to privacy, the right to free development of personality, the right to full reparation of harm, among others.

According to the Federal Penal Code, a person commits the crime of fraud by deceiving someone or taking advantage of their error to illicitly acquire something or gain an undue profit.

The Penal Code for the State of Sinaloa stipulates that a person commits a cyber crime if they knowingly and without right:

Individuals have the right to a life free from violence of any kind—psychological, physical, sexual, economic, and patrimonial.

Only if you give authorization can a police officer check the contents of your mobile phone, or the police must present a judicial order indicating that you are suspected of having committed a crime.

There is a judicial and civil system that can help you if you decide to report and seek justice to prevent this from happening again and to stop the perpetrator from continuing to abuse others.

Protection of Rights: The appeal allows for the protection of fundamental rights, ensuring they are respected during the criminal process and preventing potential abuses or violations.

Now, what the general population considers criminal authority may be a) the Public Ministry or b) the Criminal Judge. While there could be others, these are the ones we will address. When an agent of the Public Ministry issues a summons, it can have various purposes, such as collecting a statement as a witness, gathering our statement if we are under investigation, or requesting that we provide some element, document, or information. In any case, failure to attend a summons issued by an agent of the Public Ministry may legally result in a fine, arrest for up to 36 hours, or, in cases of extreme relevance, a request from the Public Ministry agent to the Criminal Judge for the issuance of a presentation or apprehension order against the summoned individual.

The National Citizen Observatory reported that Mexico is now ranked first in kidnappings, with approximately 5 kidnappings occurring each day. The highest numbers are recorded in Reynosa, Cuernavaca, Ciudad Victoria, Morelia, and Villahermosa in the state of Tamaulipas. However, there is also a high percentage of kidnappings in the states of Guerrero, Baja California, Michoacán, and in the Federal District.

Using counterfeit money is a crime that can be punished with a fine and imprisonment of up to 12 years. Therefore, if a person intends to pay with a bill, it is important to check it before completing the transaction. This helps avoid committing a crime if the bill is indeed counterfeit. If the bill is found to be fake, it should be taken to a bank, explaining what happened.

The crime of drug dealing is very common in Mexico, primarily involving the manufacture, preparation, export, import, transportation, or any other form of commercialization of various drugs, such as marijuana, cocaine, methamphetamines, crystal, heroin, fentanyl, etc.

Article 342 of the Penal Code: Anyone who intentionally commits any act of mistreatment or cruelty against an animal shall be punished with imprisonment from 3 months to 2 years and a fine of 50 times the daily value of the current Unit of Measurement and Update.

The crime of abuse of authority carries a penalty of 2 to 9 years in prison and up to 400 days’ worth of fines.

If you are under investigation for a crime, the Public Ministry could terminate the investigation in one of the following ways:

Mexico is currently facing an emergency in terms of illegal drug abuse. The global war on drugs has led to a systematic and low-intensity conflict between the United States and Mexico.

One of the crucial components of a crime investigation is conducting a formal police interview with a suspected criminal. It is one of the first steps in initiating an investigation when someone is accused of a crime.

Being accused of a crime can be a complicated and overwhelming process.

This is a form of early termination in which the accused has agreed to be judged based on the evidence collected by the Public Prosecutor’s Office (MP).

The amparo is the most effective means of protecting human rights against actions taken by police, ministerial authorities, or judicial bodies.

The first hours of a person’s detention are crucial for the success of a case. During this time, many of the actions that will be significant in the proceedings before the criminal judge take place.

The protection of crime victims' rights has increased in recent years. One of these rights is to have a lawyer, referred to as a "legal advisor," who will represent the victim's interests in the criminal process, facilitating access to the justice they deserve.

Our specialty is litigation within the new accusatory criminal justice system, commonly known as "oral trials." This system is characterized by public hearings where participants debate orally in the presence of a judge.

Self-defense is a legal justification for using force in response to an imminent threat. It serves as a legal exclusion to criminal liability, allowing individuals to protect themselves or others when certain conditions are met.

I, Lic. Jorge Fernández, specialize in crimes committed at the border, including drug possession, firearm offenses, and smuggling. U.S. tourists crossing the border often are unaware of Mexican laws, which can lead to legal troubles.

The state code outlines various types of homicide, including: simple homicide, homicide in brawls, qualified homicide, aggravated homicide due to familial relationships, and femicide.

Being reported or accused of a sexual offense can have severe consequences, not just in terms of potential imprisonment but also for your personal and family life.

Drug offenses or possession of illicit substances can be serious matters. Even possessing a small amount can result in a misdemeanor, while possessing larger quantities can lead to more severe penalties, including imprisonment, fines, or other sanctions.

Article 10 states that every Mexican has the right to carry a firearm. However, there are strict regulations governing firearm possession, such as the Federal Law on Firearms and Explosives. In Mexico, possessing a firearm involves two different scenarios.

If detained or arrested: A criminal lawyer can help you understand the charges and your rights, and represent the accused.

If you are detained, you have the right to remain silent, as anything you say can be used against you in court.