Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment

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1. Dec. 10, 1984

   Adoption of the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment

   The Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment was adopted on December 10, 1984. It established universal jurisdiction over acts of torture, prompting countries like Peru to incorporate the crime of torture into their national penal codes. This convention marked a significant step in international …

   International página 236

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2. Aug. 6, 1988

   Validity of the Convention against Torture in Peru

   On August 6, 1988, the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment entered into force for Peru. This entry into force established international obligations for the Peruvian State regarding the prevention and punishment of torture, and subsequently led to the incorporation of the crime of …

   Perú Informe CVR, página 237

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