Bolivian Police Lieutenant Faces Dismissal Without Testimony

A police lieutenant in Bolivia is facing a dismissal process from the police force. His lawyer, Freddy Velásquez, argues that his client, Lieutenant José María Alanes, has not been properly cited or given the opportunity to testify in the case. "No se puede condenar ni sancionar a ningún ciudadano boliviano que se le haya iniciado un proceso y que no haya declarado," Velásquez stated, emphasizing that under Bolivian law, no one can be condemned without a statement. The lawyer highlighted the lack of evidence against Lieutenant Alanes and demanded his acquittal based on Article 92 of Law 101. The case is related to the ongoing ‘Odalys case’. The video shows Lieutenant Alanes appearing before the Disciplinary Tribunal, surrounded by media and supporters. The outcome of the case remains pending, but the lawyer's strong statements and the public attention the case has garnered highlight concerns about due process within the Bolivian police force.