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Procuraduría de los Derechos Humanos

Human rights ombudsman appointed by Congress.

What this authority does

Supervises the administration, investigates rights violations and may bring amparo actions on behalf of complainants; reports annually to Congress.

Services for the public

  • Rights complaints
  • Amparo assistance
  • Annual reports
  • Regional offices

Before you contact this authority

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