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On July 17, 2019, El Chapo was sentenced to life in prison plus 30 years in a U.S. court. His criminal career had left an indelible mark on society; he was held accountable for numerous crimes, including drug trafficking and conspiracy to commit murder. Additionally, a staggering $12.6 billion was ordered for forfeiture as part of his sentencing.
Now imprisoned at the supermax facility ADX Florence in Colorado, El Chapo’s story serves as a cautionary tale about the seductive nature of power and the pervasive danger of organized crime. His rise to infamy serves both as a testament to a life of crime and a sobering reminder of the complexities involved in combating drug trafficking in a globalized world.