Parliamentary Immunity in Mexico: A Critical Analysis of Constitutional Privilege

Authors

  • Mauro Arturo Rivera-León Author Universidad Complutense de Madrid

Keywords:

immunity, constitutional privilege, representative mandate

Abstract

This article contains a critical analysis of parliamentary immunity in Mexico. Considering the origins and purpose of composite protection for the lower house of parliament, a misunderstanding of the institution exists and there are errors in the procedural approach to the manifestation of justification. Proposals are put forth to improve or eliminate this privilege.

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Published

2012-09-04

How to Cite

Rivera-León, M. A. (2012). Parliamentary Immunity in Mexico: A Critical Analysis of Constitutional Privilege. Díkaion, 21(1), 229–253. Retrieved from https://dikaion.unisabana.edu.co/index.php/dikaion/article/view/2271

Issue

Vol. 21 No. 1 (2012)

Section

Articles

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