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Uber drivers can now be fined

February 24, 2017 by Staff News Writer

The decision made by the Constitutional Court of declaring inadmissible the actions of unconstitutionality filed against the law on Public Service of Taxi Transport Mode (SEETAXI) makes legal fines given to Uber drivers. On February 19th, 2016, the Chamber upheld the amparo thereby it prevented officers from charging fines; However, due to the resolution, the […]

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La Platina work completion date is still March 15th

February 24, 2017 by Staff News Writer

The Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MOPT) informed that the work completion date in La Platina bridge is still March 15th. In addition, Minister Carlos Villalta said that the total closures will not longer take place. Regarding the measures to reduce the impact of the works on General Cañas Highway users, the minister said […]

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A bill aims to prevent the use of cellphones in prisons

February 24, 2017 by Staff News Writer

The Commission on Security and Drug Trafficking of the National Assembly approved a bill proposal that would prevent the use of cellphones in prisons. The initiative, presented by the Executive, would require network operators and telecommunications service providers to take measures to prevent inmates from using wireless services to commit crimes from prison. Legislator Marco […]

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Don’t miss the opportunity! You still have a chance to get a job!

February 24, 2017 by Staff News Writer

Escazú job fair will continue offering 850 jobs today. Arnoldo Barahona, mayor of Escazú, said that there are operative and administrative positions. Everything has to do with trade and services. It is important to remind interested people that it is a great opportunity and they need to bring is your identification card and your printed […]

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The United States and Mexico will fight the causes of illegal immigration

February 24, 2017 by Staff News Writer

Mexican and American governments agreed to work together to promote development and stability in Central America, as a mechanism to fight the causes of illegal immigration in Central American. US Secretary of Homeland Security John Kelly and Secretary of State Rex Tillerson visited Mexico City and met with Mexican Foreign Minister Luis Videgaray and Minister […]

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The Deputy Prosecutor requested 6 months of pre-trial detention for a man suspected of raping a woman

February 24, 2017 by Staff News Writer

Deputy Prosecutor of San Ramón requested 6 months of pre-trial detention for Noguera Henríquez, suspected of raping and attempted murdering a woman in the area. The hearing to request the precautionary measures will be held today at the Criminal Court of San Ramón. The subject was arrested on February 23rd during a raid conducted along […]

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