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Peruvian Labor Minister Accused of Using Questioned Work Certificate for Multiple State Appointments

Contraloría has opened an inspection that could send the case to the public prosecutor for a criminal probe.

Overview

  • A Cuarto Poder investigation published on July 6, 2026 says a certificate dated November 30, 2017 was used to claim private-sector experience that helped secure at least six public appointments.
  • Human resources at the Labor Ministry flagged irregularities in July 2023 and a May 27, 2026 technical report recommended a disciplinary probe before the internal case was archived for prescription on June 25, 2026.
  • Service JCU S.R.L.'s general manager formally told the ministry in June 2024 that the certificate was not authentic and that the logo, letterhead and signature appeared altered.
  • The Contraloría General de la República has begun on-site document collection at the Ministry of Labor and may evaluate whether hiring rules were properly applied, while the Public Prosecutor remains the body that could open criminal charges.
  • Minister Freddy Solano denies wrongdoing, says he has receipts and testimonies to prove he worked for the company in Trujillo, and has announced legal steps to defend his reputation.