RT Article
T1 From Victimization to Incarceration: Transgender Women in Costa Rica
JF Women & criminal justice
VO 32
IS 1/2
SP 131
OP 162
A1 Rodriguez Alvarez, Gloriana
A2 Fernandez Muñoz, Alejandro
LA English
YR 2022
UL https://krimdok.uni-tuebingen.de/Record/1796007250
AB In spite of a democratic governance model, due to cis-heteronormativity, the rights of incarcerated transgender women in Costa Rica are routinely undermined by pervasive direct, social and structural violence. In effect, their incarceration is often preceded by victimization in the public and private spheres. This paper will use in-depth interviews carried out with incarcerated transgender women to examine the social factors contributing to their vulnerability and the State’s responsiveness to their needs. This will be complemented by a socio-legal analysis of the current criminal justice framework. Finally, will examine if there is compliance with international human rights conventions
K1 Vulnerable groups
K1 Transgender women
K1 Prison reform
K1 Incarcerated women
K1 Cis heteronormativity
DO 10.1080/08974454.2021.1965066