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The Law of Self Defense in Panama

08/31/2011 By Boquete Guide

(Boquete Guide) Approximately two weeks ago an expat, an ex-policeman from Oregon, living in Puerto Armuelles, was convicted of murder by a 7-0 vote of a jury in David. There is much discussion as to why this man was convicted. To prevent a reoccurrence in Boquete I asked Lic. Julio Espinosa who is local attorney to speak about the law of self defense in Panama. To … [Read more...]

New Panama traffic accident law in effect

06/04/2011 By Panama Eric

(Prensa.com) The new law regarding minor traffic accidents went into full effect yesterday. The law states that drivers who do not move their vehicles from the road after minor accidents, i.e. an accident where there are no injuries, shall be punished with fine of $50. In addition drivers must carry required accident forms. While the law went into effect three months … [Read more...]

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