JEP (Special Jurisdiction for Peace)

The Special Jurisdiction for Peace (JEP) is a Colombian legal mechanism established to address crimes committed during the country's armed conflict, particularly between the government and guerrilla groups like the FARC. Its aim is to promote reconciliation and peace by allowing those who confess their crimes and cooperate with truth-seeking efforts to receive reduced sentences. The JEP balances justice and forgiveness, focusing on understanding the conflict's root causes, helping victims, and preventing future violence, while holding perpetrators accountable in a way that fosters national healing and rebuilding trust in society.