The present work begins by mentioning that the study of prison law is still incipient and briefly develops the history of its formation and the establishment of prisons in North America; as well as its influence in Europe and Latin America. In this regard, the author addresses the practices employed in prison regimes for the treatment of prisoners and the transit of practices considered cruel and inhuman, involving physical punishment and/or isolation,  measures that consider the possible resocialization of the accused. Finally, the author closes the analysis by recognizing the importance of having new penological experiences that contemplate the readaptative treatment.

The article addresses the issue of prison reform and the treatment of offenders, criticizing the media distortion of prison reality and the lack of deep understanding of the causes of problems in Peruvian prisons. Based on this, the author emphasizes the importance of adopting a progressive and multidisciplinary approach in prison policy, considering national particularities and promoting the resocialization of inmates as a central objective. Furthermore, it criticizes journalistic sensationalism and advocates for a more responsible approach in media coverage. Additionally, the article highlights the importance of the United Nations Standard Minimum Rules and national legislation on penal execution as reference frameworks for prison reform. Considering these aspects, the author urges continued efforts in the structural transformation of the national prison system, recognizing offenders a...

An in-depth exploration of punishment throughout Peruvian history serves as a crucial foundation for understanding and potentially enhancing the prison system. This article aims to scrutinize the historical trajectory of custodial sentencing in Peru. Leveraging accounts from chroniclers, compilations of the Laws of the Indies, and historical studies, the analysis unfolds across three distinct historical periods: the Inca justice system, colonial-era prisons, and challenges encountered during the Republic Era. Through this examination, the article seeks to elucidate any significant shifts within the prison system across these epochs. Finally, it provides insights into the primary factors contributing to the shortcomings of the penitentiary system.

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The article addresses the issue of prison reform and the treatment of offenders, criticizing the media distortion of prison reality and the lack of deep understanding of the causes of problems in Peruvian prisons. Based on this, the author emphasizes the importance of adopting a progressive and multidisciplinary approach in prison policy, considering national particularities and promoting the resocialization of inmates as a central objective. Furthermore, it criticizes journalistic sensationalism and advocates for a more responsible approach in media coverage. Additionally, the article highlights the importance of the United Nations Standard Minimum Rules and national legislation on penal execution as reference frameworks for prison reform. Considering these aspects, the author urges continued efforts in the structural transformation of the national prison system, recognizing offenders a...

The present work begins by mentioning that the study of prison law is still incipient and briefly develops the history of its formation and the establishment of prisons in North America; as well as its influence in Europe and Latin America. In this regard, the author addresses the practices employed in prison regimes for the treatment of prisoners and the transit of practices considered cruel and inhuman, involving physical punishment and/or isolation,  measures that consider the possible resocialization of the accused. Finally, the author closes the analysis by recognizing the importance of having new penological experiences that contemplate the readaptative treatment.

An in-depth exploration of punishment throughout Peruvian history serves as a crucial foundation for understanding and potentially enhancing the prison system. This article aims to scrutinize the historical trajectory of custodial sentencing in Peru. Leveraging accounts from chroniclers, compilations of the Laws of the Indies, and historical studies, the analysis unfolds across three distinct historical periods: the Inca justice system, colonial-era prisons, and challenges encountered during the Republic Era. Through this examination, the article seeks to elucidate any significant shifts within the prison system across these epochs. Finally, it provides insights into the primary factors contributing to the shortcomings of the penitentiary system.