Colombian Court Overturns Uribe's House Arrest

Bogota's superior court reversed a previous decision placing former Colombian President Alvaro Uribe under house arrest. Uribe, accused of bribery and abuse of process, was appealing his convictions. The decision marks a significant turn in a high-profile legal battle involving the ex-president.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 20-08-2025 03:48 IST | Created: 20-08-2025 03:48 IST
Colombian Court Overturns Uribe's House Arrest
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Bogota's superior court has delivered a significant legal update by overturning an earlier order that placed former Colombian President Alvaro Uribe under house arrest.

The ruling came amidst Uribe's appeal against convictions for bribing a public official and for abuse of process.

This decision is seen as a critical development in the high-profile legal saga involving the former Colombian leader.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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