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The Dominican judicial system debuts the new Penal Code, toughening penalties and adding new crimes

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The Dominican Republic officially implemented a new Penal Code on Monday, August 3. This legislative update replaces the country's previous legal framework, which had been in effect since 1884.

The new code introduces dozens of new criminal classifications and establishes stricter penalties for various offenses. The legislation is designed to provide the judiciary with updated tools to address contemporary criminal activity.

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