Mauricio Duce

About the Author

Mauricio Duce is a distinguished legal scholar and professor specializing in criminal law and juvenile justice, with a career dedicated to exploring the intricacies of penal systems and the rehabilitation of young offenders. Holding advanced degrees in law from prestigious institutions in Chile and abroad, Duce has served as a faculty member at leading universities, where he imparts his expertise through rigorous academic research and teaching. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications, advocating for humane and effective approaches to adolescent delinquency. In his seminal publication, Juzgamiento penal de adolescentes (Spanish Edition), Duce meticulously analyzes the legal processes and ethical considerations in prosecuting minors, offering insights that have influenced policy reforms across Latin America. Beyond academia, he contributes to public discourse on justice reform, emphasizing restorative practices over punitive measures.