A judge from the Penal Execution Court in the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires implemented a drug treatment tribunal in 2018, targeting minor crimes where addiction is a key factor in recidivism. The program aims to carry out sentences through a therapeutic approach to prevent relapses and foster social reintegration. Perfil Córdoba spoke with the judge about this initiative.
In 2018, a judge from the Penal Execution Court in the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires (CABA) launched the 'drug treatment tribunal,' a measure aimed at addressing drug use among individuals charged with minor offenses. According to the conversation with Perfil Córdoba, this initiative focuses on cases where drug dependency is a determining factor in criminal recidivism.
The program enables the execution of alternative sentences through a therapeutic approach, with the primary goal of preventing relapses and aiding the social reintegration of those involved. The judge emphasized that this method seeks to break the cycle of addiction and crime by providing treatment rather than solely punitive measures.
This implementation in CABA marks a step toward more rehabilitative penal policies, though the Perfil Córdoba article does not detail any expansion to other jurisdictions like Córdoba. The publication date is February 28, 2026, suggesting a review or update of prior experiences.
