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Nicaragua Strips Lawyers of Licenses in Massive Legal Crackdown 📸 Image Credit: Associated Press By Azeem-USA · Fri Jul 10 2026 English (en-US) In a move that has sent shockwaves through the international legal community, the Nicaraguan government has taken decisive steps toward dismantling the independence of its legal profession. By stripping lawyers of their licenses to practice, the administration of Daniel Ortega is effectively removing the primary shield for those challenging state authority or expressing political dissent. This article explores the deep implications of this crackdown, the specific methods being used to silence legal professionals, and what this shift means for the future of rule of law in Central America. 📑 Table of Contents The Escalating Erosion of Legal Autonomy in Nicaragua Mechanisms of the Disbarment Process Impact on Human Rights Defenses International Reaction and Diplomatic Fallout The Future of the Nicaraguan Ju...