Uruguay
Overview
Pre-trial detention continued to be imposed widely. Impunity persisted for past crimes; human rights defenders investigating such crimes received death threats. Sexual and reproductive health services were difficult to access in rural areas and objectors to providing abortion continued to obstruct access to legal abortions.
Death penalty status
Abolitionist for all crimes
Does not use the death penalty
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