On the night of Wednesday, October 23, 2024, the ordinary hearing of the case known as "Pan-Blanqueo" concluded, held by the First Liquidator Court of Criminal Cases. After three days of proceedings, in the final stage, representatives of the Public Ministry (MP) and the technical defense lawyers for the 14 accused presented their closing arguments, which extended over 15 hours.
First, anti-corruption prosecutors Ariel De Gracia and Ada Almanza intervened, exposing how the crime was committed and the participation of each of the accused. They requested the judge to impose the maximum penalty established by law for money laundering and illicit association for crime when making a decision.
Subsequently, the technical defense lawyers presented their arguments, questioning the charges brought by the Prosecutor's Office and the alleged irregularities during the investigation of the case. They also requested the dismissal of the charges against the accused.
After this, requests for nullification and lifting of the precautionary measures imposed on the investigated parties were presented. Prosecutor De Gracia rejected the nullification requests, although he did not oppose the lifting of some precautionary measures.
Finally, the judge lifted the precautionary measures of periodic reporting and prohibition from leaving the country imposed on the defendants, with the warning that they will be immediately reinstated in case of non-compliance with future judicial provisions. The First Liquidator Court of Criminal Cases adhered to the legal term to issue a ruling.
The "Pan-Blanqueo" case originated from investigations conducted by the Public Ministry related to alleged criminal behaviors linked to the use of state resources.
