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Comisión Nacional de los Derechos Humanos

National human rights ombudsman.

What this authority does

Investigates complaints against federal authorities and issues public recommendations; authorities that decline a recommendation must justify the refusal before the Senate.

Services for the public

  • Human rights complaints
  • Recommendations
  • Legal guidance
  • Detention monitoring

Before you contact this authority

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