Castillo must remain in custody as authorities build their rebellion case against him, judge rules.
Judge Cesar San Martin Castro's order comes just days after Congress ousted Castillo and stripped him of the privilege that keeps the country's presidents from facing criminal charges.They argued the hearing lacked “minimum guarantees” and the former President was represented by a public defender, per AP.
Peru's Supreme Prosecutor Alcides Chinchay said in court that Castillo faces at least 10 years in prison for the rebellion charge. Castillo denies the charges.
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