VOICED : Ley de amnistia divide las opiniones de los colombianos

The transcript discusses the Colombian amnesty law for FARC guerrillas, approved by Congress as part of the Peace Agreement. It outlines the conditions under which guerrillas can avoid prison by confessing to crimes, while those guilty of severe crimes are excluded. The government and guerrillas plan to determine the number of non-amnestiable insurgents by January 30.

What is the primary purpose of the amnesty law approved by the Colombian Congress?

• To increase military presence in conflict areas

• To consolidate the Peace Agreement

• To punish all guerrillas equally

• To provide financial aid to guerrillas

What must individuals do to avoid prison under the Peace Agreement?

• Confess to minor crimes

• Confess to heinous crimes before the Special Tribunal

• Flee the country

• Join the military

What is the range of prison sentences for those who do not confess to their crimes?

• 20 to 30 years

• 8 to 20 years

• 5 to 10 years

• 1 to 5 years

Which crimes are excluded from the benefits of the amnesty law?

• Tax evasion

• Crimes against humanity and genocide

• Drug trafficking

• Petty theft

By what date will the number of non-amnestiable insurgents be determined?

• January 30

• February 15

• February 28

• January 15