Overview

• At the latest hearing, the former president again refused to accredit himself and quipped, “Para ahorrar tiempo, mejor que me impongan todos los delitos del Código Penal.”
• The Supreme Court panel indicated evidence that could support adding conspiracy for rebellion, and prosecutor Edward Casaverde must determine whether to pursue the additional count.
• Castillo is on trial for rebellion, abuse of authority and disturbance of public tranquility, remains held at the Barbadillo prison, and could face up to 34 years in prison if convicted.
• Judges have cut his microphone and warned him under Article 364 of the Penal Code about sanctions for conduct that disrupts the proceedings.
• The trial is scheduled to resume on September 30, with further sessions set for October 2, 7, 9 and 10.