Home Latest News Top Stories Peru criticized for ‘avoidable’ military draft Peru criticized for ‘avoidable’ military draft By NewsAmericas - March 26, 2013 Facebook Twitter Gmail Linkedin I Like This LIMA, Peru (AP) — Facing a shortage of recruits, Peru's government has reinstated selective, obligatory military service. But it can be avoided by paying a $700 fine, prompting accusations that what is really being imposed is a draft for the poor. Facebook Twitter Gmail Linkedin I Like This RELATED ARTICLESMORE FROM AUTHOR US Secretary of State In Jamaica US Secretary Of State For Jamaica Today The Caribbean, Latin America MIA From Biden’s State Of The Union