Every year, the Mexican immigration and law enforcement authorities arrest migrants from Central American countries who arrive in the country with the intent of ultimately crossing over into the United States. Many “illegal” immigrants are arrested and detained for indefinite periods of time in conditions of extreme squalor. If you’re stuck in Mexico on charges of…
If you’re wondering why Mexico has one of the highest homicide rates in the world, the answer’s simple: cartels. Gun battles involving rival cartel members are one of the main reasons over 300,000 people have died since Mexico began its war on drugs in 2006. Unfortunately, law enforcement officials continue to discover bodies left in…
Have you ever heard of the term “public servant”? It refers to any individual working for the government or an entity owned by the government. For instance, in Mexico, police officers and anyone working for Secretaría de la Defensa Nacional (the Secretariat of Defense) count as public servants. Public servants are entrusted with the responsibility to…
If you asked the average joe to describe what a sex crime is, chances are they’d mention forced sexual encounters like rape. But did you know that in Mexico, it’s possible to be charged with committing a sex crime even if it was consensual? Numerous non-physical acts are also deemed sex crimes in Mexico like…
If you’ve ever watched a cop drama, chances are you’ve heard of the term “homicide”. It refers to one human being causing the death of another either intentionally or unintentionally. Last year, homicides accounted for almost 27 deaths per 100,000 people in Mexico, making Mexico’s homicide rate among the world’s highest. In cities like Tijuana,…
Have you ever wondered why Mexico’s infamous cartels carry out extensive drug operations in Tijuana? One of the biggest reasons is the city’s proximity to the United States. Cartels smuggle drugs into the US via Tijuana, which is why local authorities use rigorous tactics when interrogating anyone arrested for drug crimes in the city. If you’re…
Did you know Tijuana was found to have the highest number of homicides among any Mexican municipality recently? Many of these homicides are carried out by cartels using American-made guns whose targets include rival cartel members, anti-cartel political figures, and even journalists. Mexico’s law enforcement has responded similarly to other South American countries plagued by gun…
Have you ever heard of the term “homicide”? It’s when one person takes another person’s life irrespective of the circumstances. In other words, homicides can be either intentional (murder) or unintentional (manslaughter). There are also instances in which homicide is justified, like killing an active shooter before they cause further damage. Mexico’s current homicide rate is…
