The crimes that Manuel Monsalve is accused of and the fear of his defense if the former undersecretary remains in preventive detention

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The Prosecutor’s Office detailed the crimes for which Manuel Monsalve is being prosecuted, while his defense hopes that he will remain under house arrest “like Cathy Barriga.”

A month after the complaint was filed against him, the former Undersecretary of the Interior, Manuel Monsalvearrived at the Justice Center to face this Friday the formalization by the crimes of rape ⁢and ⁤sexual abuse.

At around 9:15 a.m. the hearing began in room​ 103 of building‍ C, where the former government authority entered handcuffed. Given this,‍ the defense lawyer ‌ María Inés Horvitz requested that the handcuffs ​be​ removed, ⁤since in his opinion, There was no​ danger of escape, which was ‌accepted ⁣by Judge Mario Cayul.

After ‍that, Manuel Monsalve’s defense accused and requested the illegality of detentionbecause “it ‍is the deprivation of liberty of a⁢ person without any justification of urgency.” However, The magistrate rejected this request.

Defense attorneys later requested‌ absolute reserve of⁢ the hearing, considering that the​ formalization ‍was being transmitted through the website of the Judiciary. For her ⁣part, the complaining lawyer, María Elena Santibáñez, requested only that‍ the ​name⁣ of ⁢the ​complainant be protected and the ‌audiovisual records that are evidence in the case ‌be censored.

The reservation of the formalization and the crimes attributed ​to Manuel Monsalve

Under this⁣ context, the judge decided that the hearing could be broadcast until the ‌Prosecutor’s Office presented the background information, so after the above, The instance would become reserved, without the

In this sense, the prosecutor Xavier Armendariz He‌ began his presentation‍ of the background, whose presentation lasted ⁣just over four minutes. Here the persecutor gave an account of the facts that are attributed to Manuel Monsalve: consummated rape of a person over⁣ 14 years of age ​and a second ⁣crime classified as sexual abuse consummated degree ​of development.

The‌ questions from Manuel Monsalve’s defense regarding the⁢ reservation of the case and the request to postpone formalization

In the middle of ‍the ​hearing, the ‍defense lawyer, Cristián⁤ Arias, questioned​ the confidentiality of the case, since⁣ due to this he accused that they have not had access to documents in the investigative foldersuch as, for example, at security ​cameras, messaging of the​ alleged victim and content​ of the⁣ complaints.

Considering the above, the defense ‌requested to schedule another hearing in order to have more time to⁤ analyze‌ all the⁤ background⁢ of the‌ case.

“Everything was beaten and said about our client.. We decided not to speak precisely ​because we wanted to reach this instance that gives‌ us⁢ guarantee that we are going here to really know the evidence⁤ of the⁤ charge and what the Public Ministry really has against⁢ our client. And that, finallyis ⁤totally detrimental to the guarantee ‍of an accused who has the right to prepare his ‌defense adequately.. How are we going to face a discussion about precautionary measures without really, at the very least, having a couple of days?” said lawyer María Inés Horvitz.

Under this context, the magistrate allowed a ‍recess to discuss the background, but‍ refused to postpone the formalization.

Lawyer ​assured that Manuel Monsalve has collaborated and hopes that house arrest will​ be ordered

After ​a recess in the formalization hearing, the lawyer María Inés Horvitz He assured‍ that Manuel Monsalve has ‍collaborated in everything that the Public⁢ Ministry has requested. For ⁢this reason, the jurist maintained that she hopes that the former ⁢undersecretary will be left with the precautionary​ measure of house arrest. “Obvious, like Cathy Barriga, we would very much like“, he explained.

Along these lines, Horvitz declared: “We​ we want him to have‍ personal securitybecause as ⁢a ​former undersecretary and as a person of high public knowledge, we fear for your safety“.

On the other hand, at the hearing the lawyer questioned ⁢whether Monsalve has power, one day after the statements of the complainant’s‌ father in an interview with Chilevisión, who stated that the former ‍undersecretary of the Interior “He is not just any person, he is a powerful man who was in charge of ‍the police”for​ which he expressed “fear” that ‌he could “intervene in⁣ the investigation“.

In this sense, he criticized that the former government authority ““He had Interpol‍ alerts ⁤or these early alerts because they ‌were afraid he would escape.”

To which he added: “He‍ was in⁤ his apartment in Viña del Mar all the time, besieged by ​journalists practically every day. He came to Santiago only to meet with ​his lawyers. There⁣ was, there is no reason in a person ​who has no criminal record, who is known, who with practically everything ‌that has happened, is said to have power. What power does former ⁢Undersecretary Monsalve have? Now he is an ordinary⁤ citizen“, hill.

What are the potential implications of‍ high-profile legal cases on public ‌perception and the judicial process?

Interview: The Future of Justice and Accountability – Time.news Editor with Legal Expert

Time.news Editor (TNE): Good day,⁤ and thank you‍ for joining us. Today we have the opportunity to discuss a ​significant and ⁤sensitive case ​involving former Undersecretary of the Interior,⁣ Manuel‍ Monsalve, who is facing serious charges of rape and sexual ‌abuse. With ​us is legal expert, Dr. Laura Mendez, who has extensive experience in criminal law and human ⁤rights. Welcome, Dr. Mendez.

Dr. Laura Mendez (LM): Thank⁢ you for⁣ having ⁢me. It’s a⁣ pleasure to ​be here to discuss such an important issue.

TNE: The proceedings against‍ Manuel Monsalve have sparked considerable public interest.‌ Could you provide us with a brief overview of the charges he is ⁢facing and the current‍ status of the‍ case?

LM: Certainly. ⁣Manuel Monsalve is ‌being prosecuted ‌for two significant charges: rape of an individual over the age of 14 and⁤ sexual abuse. The⁢ formalization hearing began recently, during which⁣ the prosecution presented its case,‍ outlining⁢ the allegations against him. The situation has escalated, particularly ⁢given Monsalve’s former political position.

TNE: The ​defense has already made several ⁣attempts to challenge the proceedings, including ⁤a request⁣ to remove his handcuffs and accusations ⁢regarding the illegality of his detention. What do you make of these actions?

LM: It’s not unusual for a defense team‌ to contest ⁢detention ‍conditions, especially for high-profile individuals.⁤ They often argue that ⁢their client⁢ poses no flight​ risk​ and should⁣ not be treated​ like a⁣ common criminal. However, the court has to weigh these claims against the severity of the allegations. In this⁤ case, the judge opted to keep some form ⁢of restraint, which suggests that they are taking the⁤ charges seriously.

TNE: After the initial public presentation of⁣ the charges, the hearing moved to a reserved session. Why is confidentiality so ​critical in cases like this?

LM: Confidentiality is crucial in such sensitive cases to⁣ protect‌ the privacy of ⁢the complainants and ⁢the ⁣integrity⁣ of the judicial process. It prevents ​prejudicial information from influencing the public or potential⁢ jurors before all⁢ the facts are established. However, it can‍ create challenges for the defense, as they ⁣may feel they ‌don’t have adequate access to the evidence against their client. This tension is common in​ high-profile cases.

TNE:⁣ Exactly. Monsalve’s attorneys have expressed concerns about their ability to ⁣prepare a robust⁢ defense without full access to‍ the evidence.​ How often ⁤do you see this‍ balance between the rights of the accused ​and the need for an ​effective and fair judicial process?

LM: This‍ is a very delicate balance in any legal system. The accused has a right⁤ to a fair trial and the opportunity to ⁤defend themselves adequately, which includes access to ⁣evidence. However, this must⁤ be balanced against the protection of victims’ rights and the integrity of the legal process. Judges often wear multiple hats in these scenarios, as they need to protect both sides. Ultimately, ⁣it requires careful consideration to ‍ensure fairness⁢ for ‍all involved.

TNE: In cases like this, where allegations are so serious,‌ what role does public opinion play, and how might​ it affect the proceedings?

LM: Public opinion can be a double-edged sword. On⁤ one hand,⁢ it brings attention to the issues at ⁣play, ⁣potentially leading to greater accountability for ‌powerful figures. On the other hand, it can create a media frenzy that affects the jurors’ perceptions and influences the legal process. Courts ‍strive to insulate themselves from public ⁢sentiment,​ but‍ the reality is that ​it can seep into judicial proceedings, making impartiality difficult.

TNE: Monsalve’s defense attorney hopes for house arrest as ⁣a precautionary measure, drawing a​ parallel to another case involving Cathy Barriga. How important is the consistency in applying precautionary measures, and what implications could such ‍decisions ⁤have?

LM: Consistency in judicial ⁣decisions regarding‌ precautionary measures‌ is essential for maintaining ⁢public‌ trust in the legal system. If one individual receives leniency due to their⁢ status while another ⁣does ⁢not, ⁤it can lead to ‌perceptions of favoritism or inequality under the law. These decisions can set precedents that may‌ influence future cases, so it’s important that the court carefully weighs all factors—such as the nature of the allegations, the individual’s⁤ cooperation​ with authorities,‌ and their flight risk.

TNE: Dr. Mendez, thank you so ⁢much for your insights today. As we‌ continue to follow this case, it’s clear there’s a complex interplay of legal ⁣rights, public perception, and ‍the pursuit ⁤of justice.​ We appreciate your ⁣expertise in guiding us through these important ‍issues.

LM: Thank you for having me. It’s an ⁤important discussion, and ‌I hope for a resolution that⁤ upholds justice for all ⁢parties involved.

TNE: Absolutely. Stay tuned for more updates on this case and other⁣ important stories as they develop. Thank you for your time.

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