Reference

The amnesty laws in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have covered various periods, particularly those involving significant conflict and political unrest. Notably, on February 5, 2014, the DRC parliament approved an amnesty law. This law aimed to facilitate peace and reconciliation by granting amnesty for acts of war, political insurrection, and other offenses committed during specific conflict periods. The amnesty periods are usually determined based on the conflicts and peace agreements under consideration at the time.

Here are some periods when amnesty discussions or laws were significant:

1. 1996-97 Period: This was a controversial period due to the disappearance of thousands of Rwandan Hutu refugees during the First Congo War. The government faced pressure and criticism over its handling of the situation.

2. First and Second Congo Wars (1996-1997 and 1998-2003): These conflicts were critical, leading to various international and internal pressures for peace and reconciliation efforts, often including discussions around amnesty.

For further specifics regarding these amnesty laws and their application periods, more targeted research into DRC's legislative history and corresponding international agreements would be required. You can also refer to a relevant report found here.