Overview
- Judges found the ex-president guilty of rebellion over his failed move to dissolve Congress, imposing 11 years, 5 months and 15 days in prison.
- Castillo was acquitted of abuse of power and public disorder charges after prosecutors had sought a combined 34-year term.
- Seven co-defendants were tried with him, including former prime minister Betssy Chávez, who also received an 11-year sentence.
- The proceedings were held in a police prison annex where Castillo has been held since December 2022, and the order specifies detention until May 21, 2034 at the latest.
- The case stems from Castillo’s announcement on December 7 to dissolve Congress, a move that lacked military support and ended with his arrest en route to the Mexican embassy, followed by unrest that left more than 50 civilians dead.