Mireya Batún Betancourt

Mireya Batún Betancourt is a Guatemalan judge known for her role in the penal system, particularly in cases involving high-profile criminals. Recently, she made headlines for her decision to return Aldo Dupié Ochoa Mejía, a notorious gang leader of Barrio 18, to a less secure facility, raising concerns about public safety and the implications of her ruling. Batún has also contributed to journalistic discourse on the failings of the Guatemalan penitentiary system, advocating for the rights of inmates while navigating the complex balance between rehabilitation and public security.