'End of story' law: Santiago Botero proposes amnesty for crimes committed by dangerous criminals
The businessman from Paisa and presidential candidate Santiago Botero launched a controversial proposal during his time on Candidates in the Newsroom of Noticias RCN during an interview in which he addressed security and justice issues.
TL;DR
- Santiago Botero, a presidential candidate, proposes the death penalty for corruption, citing historical precedent and a desire to reduce impunity.
- He suggests that the decision to implement the death penalty for corrupt individuals and rapists should be subject to a citizen referendum.
- Botero advocates for a "law of the end of story" starting August 7, 2026, to grant amnesty for crimes committed before that date, with exceptions for serial killers and rapists.
- He plans to outsource prison administration, arguing that the state lacks the capacity and expertise to manage them effectively.
- Botero frames his proposals within a religious context, referencing Romans 13:4 regarding the authority of the state.
- He aims to address the pervasive issues of insecurity and corruption that have eroded public trust in the justice system.