Maduro Brought to Judicial District Allowing the Death Penalty
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U.S. authorities have transferred Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro to a judicial district where capital punishment is permitted under federal law. According to Clash Report, he could theoretically face the death penalty on narco-terrorism-related charges.
The case falls under the jurisdiction of the Southern District of New York (SDNY). As noted in the report, the death penalty is предусмотрена for certain federal crimes, including terrorism, in accordance with the U.S. Federal Death Penalty Act.
No official comments from U.S. authorities have been issued so far regarding the potential application of capital punishment.
No official comments from U.S. authorities have been issued so far regarding the potential application of capital punishment.
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