Criminal Law (Derecho Penal)
Criminal Law Provisions
Uruguayan criminal law is regulated by the Código Penal. Uruguay has a modern criminal law system with a focus on rehabilitation and proportionate punishment.
Special Features:
No death penalty | Legalization of cannabis | Progressive drug legislation | Human rights protection
No death penalty | Legalization of cannabis | Progressive drug legislation | Human rights protection
Uruguay was the first country in the world to fully legalize cannabis. Criminal law has been modernized several times in recent years and adapted to international standards.