American Convention

Timeline Events 2

1. Nov. 18, 1997

   Inter-American Commission on Human Rights Report on Argentina

   The Inter-American Commission on Human Rights, in its report 55/97, addressed the protection of the right to life under both the common Article 3 and Article 4 of the American Convention. The report emphasized the prohibition of summary executions under any circumstances and highlighted the Commission's competence to address allegations …

   Argentina Página 21 y 203

   #human rights #Argentina #Inter-American Commission #right to life #armed conflict
2. Aug. 18, 2000

   Case of Cantoral Benavides

   The case of Cantoral Benavides was addressed by the court on 18 August 2000, highlighting issues with the military jurisdiction in Peru. The court emphasized that military tribunals do not meet the requirements of independence and impartiality as per Article 8.1 of the American Convention, which are essential for due …

   Peru CVR, Propuesta de Lineamientos para la Reforma de la legislación antiterrorista, octubre de 2002

   #Cantoral Benavides #military jurisdiction #Peru #human rights #due process