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Senate approves day for victims of miscarriages of justice

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The Italian Senate has approved a national day to commemorate the victims of miscarriages of justice, set for 17 June. The Government has placed its trust in a decree of Justice to speed up its approval by 11 August.

The Senate has approved a national day to commemorate the victims of miscarriages of justice, to be celebrated on June 17.2 The Government has placed its trust in a decree of Justice to avoid changes to the Chamber and ensure its final approval.1 The text, already approved by the Senate, was shielded by Minister Ciriani to prevent changes during the examination in the Chamber.1

Final approval is expected by August 5, in view of the deadline for conversion into law set for August 11.1

Why it matters

  • The day of 17 June was established to commemorate the victims of miscarriages of justice, as requested by associations and family members.2

  • The decree of Justice contains provisions on judicial proceedings, penalties and alternative measures, with a deadline for conversion into law on 11 August.1

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