Commission of Investigation on Enforced Disappeared Persons

The Commission, established by the Government, has the following functions: a) investigates incidents of enforced disappearance with the aim of finding the truth and making it public; b) establishes the identity of victims and perpetrators; c) endeavors to bring about reconciliation; d) makes recommendations on reparations and on legal action to be taken against perpetrators; and e) provides the victims with identity cards. It may investigate into an incident if a complaint is filed by the victim or any person on their behalf, if it is informed of an incident from any source, and in any other case it deems appropriate. The Commission has the power to: a) collect information from any person who appears before it; b) examine witnesses; c) order the production of deeds or documents and procure them from any public body; d) examine evidence; and e) carry out field inspections. Upon completing the investigation, the Commission submits a report to the Government, detailing facts and making recommendations.