Justice minister seeks extended detentions

The Minister of Justice has initiated an appeal to a legal process usually applied to organized crime, in an effort to prolong pre-trial detentions for individuals linked to the violence that took place during the demonstrations on October 17.

Legal process typically targets crime networks

The procedure in question is designed to handle cases involving organized crime groups, where individuals are detained before trial due to the severity of the alleged offenses or the risk they may pose to public safety.

Lawyer criticizes the move

A lawyer has opposed the minister's appeal, arguing that applying such a procedure to these cases sends a message that the events of October 17 are being treated as criminal acts rather than legitimate protests.

Controversy over legal approach

The use of this legal tool has sparked debate over whether the government is overreaching in its response to the demonstrations, with concerns raised about the potential for misuse of the process.