Mass trials in El Salvador are putting hundreds of defendants through group hearings, the article reports.

The New York Times and rights groups say the dockets reshape the justice system.

Lawyers struggle to review individual evidence when huge groups are tried together.

Defendants face severe barriers communicating with counsel in the collective proceedings.

Human Rights Watch called the process a mockery of justice.

Authorities defend the approach as a public safety response, while advocates cite due process risks.

Civicus Lens and others urge transparent frameworks instead of expedited group verdicts.

Higher-court challenges are expected as defense teams contest the collective rulings.

Read the full article for more details on El Salvador's mass trials.