Supreme Court Ruling Against Xcaret Still Unenforced Three Months Later
Mexico's Supreme Court ruled against Xcaret over Maya symbols, but the effects remain unpublished.
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Former Quintana Roo Governor Roberto Borge Released to House Arrest
Roberto Borge was transferred from a federal prison to house arrest while facing money laundering charges.
Former Quintana Roo Governor Roberto Borge Released From Prison to House Arrest
A federal judge acquitted Roberto Borge of organized crime charges; he remains under house arrest on money laundering allegations.
Passenger Sentenced for Carrying Ammunition at Cozumel Airport
A federal judge sentenced a passenger to over three years in prison for possessing ammunition at Cozumel International Airport.
Federal Judge Admits Amparo Over Unequal Driver’s License Fees in Quintana Roo
A federal judge admitted the first amparo against unequal driver's license fees across Quintana Roo municipalities.
Woman Charged With Extortion in Cancun After Threatening Domestic Worker
A woman was charged with extortion for allegedly threatening a domestic worker and stealing valuables in Cancun.
Maya Communities Halt Two Massive Solar Parks in Yucatan
After seven years of legal battles, Maya communities in Yucatan have blocked two large solar projects, protecting 603 hectares of…
Mexico Supreme Court Rules Health Permit Valid for Recreational Cannabis Self-Cultivation
Mexico's Supreme Court upholds a health permit allowing nine people to grow and possess cannabis for recreational use.
Judge Dismisses Fourth Amparo Lawsuit Against Land-Use Change for Perfect Day Project in Mahahual
A federal judge in Chetumal rejected a fourth amparo lawsuit challenging land-use changes for Royal Caribbean's Perfect Day project in…
Man Sentenced to Over 37 Years for Murder Between Tulum and Felipe Carrillo Puerto
Wilberth Iván de la Torre Martínez received 37.5 years for a 2024 murder linked to drug dealing.