Court Throws Out Corruption Case Against David Chávez

Published on Honduras Daily · Sep 23, 2026 · Originally reported September 21, 2026 by Radio HRN

Honduras's appellate court unanimously threw out the formal charges against David Chávez, former National Party president and ex-director of the vocational institute (Infop), after an audit found the disputed equipment purchase followed proper procedures; prosecutors are seeking a provisional dismissal while the defense wants a permanent one.

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