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3d ago

Judge Weighs Bid to Let Nahir Galarza Use a Phone and Social Media in Prison

Prosecutors must issue a rapid opinion on a defense bid for an exception to prison communication rules.

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Nahir Galarza, condenada a perpetua por el crimen de Fernando Pastorizzo, pidió autorización para usar celular y redes sociales desde la cárcel.
Nahir Galarza. (Archivo)
El abogado defensor de Nahir Galarza pidió actualizaciones en la condena de su clienta 

Overview

  • Defense attorney Augusto Lafferriere filed the request on September 1 before the Gualeguaychú execution court seeking authorization for a personal cellphone and access to social platforms.
  • Judge Elena Margarita Vicari referred the matter to the Ministerio Público Fiscal with a 24‑hour deadline, and no final ruling has been reported.
  • The filing cites more than 15 completed courses, ongoing Social Psychology studies, and compliance with prison conduct rules as grounds for easing restrictions.
  • Current penitentiary regulations in Argentina generally prohibit inmate cellphones in high‑security units, creating a direct conflict for the request.
  • A 2019 episode in which Galarza posted photos from her cell led to device seizure and isolation, while the new legal team also signals longer‑term moves such as a potential pardon petition and future eligibility for transitory leaves around 2031.