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Ley 472 de 1998

This section identifies Law 472 of 1998 and says it develops Article 88 of the Colombian Constitution regarding popular and group actions.

Jurisdiction
Colombia
Instrument
Act or statute
Citation
Ley 472 de 1998
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Language
es
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This section identifies Law 472 of 1998 and says it develops Article 88 of the Colombian Constitution regarding popular and group actions. This article says the law’s purpose is to regulate popular actions and group actions. Popular actions are procedural means used to protect collective rights and interests. Defines group actions and says they are used only to seek recognition and payment of compensation for damages. This article lists types of collective rights and interests, including environmental protection, public space, public services, consumer rights, and related public-interest matters.

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