Dominican

Dominican Lawyer Revives Drowning Explanation for Missing American Student; Notes Beach’s Deadly History

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Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic – The mysterious disappearance of an American student in the Dominican Republic triggered a renewed investigation, as local authorities and international concerns continue to mount. The student, who vanished while reportedly swimming at a beach notorious for its dangerous currents, has reignited discussions about safety for tourists and locals alike. Legal representatives in the Dominican Republic have reintroduced the possibility that the student may have drowned, a theory initially considered but overshadowed by speculations of foul play. This beach, an idyllic yet perilous location on the country’s coast, was the site … Read more

Legal Expert Breaks Down Monumental TC/0159/13 Decision: A New Chapter for Dominican Constitutional Law

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Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic — In a ruling that has resonated through the hallways of justice and academia in the Dominican Republic, criminal lawyer and legal expert Dr. Jose Alfredo de Leon has shed light on the implications of the Constitutional Court’s decision TC/0159/13. This landmark verdict overturned a previous judgment, effectively setting new precedents in the judicial interpretation of constitutional rights and legal processes in the country. Dr. de Leon emphasizes that the decision represents a significant pivot towards the protection of constitutional liberties, underscoring the court’s role in safeguarding citizen rights against potential … Read more

MLB Star Wander Franco Faces Ruling on Disturbing Exploitation Allegations in Dominican Republic

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Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic – Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco is awaiting a ruling from a judge after being arrested in his native Dominican Republic. Prosecutors have presented evidence alleging that the MLB All-Star had a relationship with a 14-year-old girl and provided her mother with financial payments and a car in exchange for consent to the relationship. Charges against Franco include “commercial sexual exploitation” and money laundering. The options for Friday’s ruling include releasing the 22-year-old Franco on bond, temporarily arresting him, preventing him from leaving the Dominican Republic, or requiring regular appearances … Read more