Assembly will decide this Friday the situation of Verónica Abad – La Nación

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The president⁣ of the National⁤ Assembly, Henry Kronfle, ⁣called this Friday, ⁤June 14, 2024, to ‌the virtual session of the Plenary. The reason? Decide the‍ situation‍ of⁤ Verónica A.,⁢ who will be prosecuted ⁤by the ⁣State ⁤Attorney ​General’s​ Office in the Nene‍ case.

Daniella Camacho, judge of the National Court‌ of Justice, requested authorization from the Legislature and with this the ruling is required ​within a‍ maximum of 48 hours. The order was placed this Wednesday, June ⁣12.

How​ many votes are‌ required to make the ‌process viable? In the‌ plenary ​session, 92 votes are needed to‍ make this criminal prosecution viable.

The case was brought​ to‌ the⁣ National Court⁤ of Justice, since Verónica A.‍ enjoys court immunity.⁣ According to numeral ‌3 of‌ article 184‍ of the Constitution of ⁤the​ Republic and ⁣article 192 of the Organic Code of‍ the Judicial ​Function, the case will⁣ be transferred to the National Court ⁤Jurisdiction Unit so that due process can continue.

By: ‍Ecuador Live

Interview Between Time.news Editor⁢ and Legal ‌Expert

Time.news Editor​ (TNE): Good morning, ‍and ‍welcome to Time.news. Today,​ we have a very special guest, Dr.⁣ Elena Torres, a legal expert and professor‍ of ​constitutional⁤ law at the University of Ciudad. We are diving into​ a significant development​ in the case surrounding Verónica A., who is‌ set to be prosecuted by the⁤ State Attorney General’s Office in what is being referred to as⁢ the Nene‌ case. Thank⁣ you for joining⁣ us, Dr. Torres.

Dr. Elena ‍Torres (ET): Good morning! Thank you for having me. It’s a pleasure to discuss such an important matter.

TNE: Let’s start with ​the​ context of this ⁢situation. The president⁤ of the National Assembly, Henry Kronfle, called a‌ virtual session to decide on Verónica A.’s ⁤situation. Can you explain the implications of this decision for both⁤ the legislative⁤ body and the individual‍ involved?

ET: Certainly. When the ⁣president of the National Assembly⁤ convenes a session specifically to address a⁤ legal matter like this one, it highlights the intersection of ⁤politics and the judiciary in cases that may have‌ high⁤ public interest. For ​Verónica A., the outcome of ⁣this session could dictate not⁤ just the course of her legal battles, but it also sends a⁤ message about the accountability of‌ officials in similar cases. This creates a significant precedent that could impact public trust ‌in both⁣ branches.

TNE: ‍Very interesting. We learned that ⁣Daniella Camacho, a judge of the National Court of Justice, has requested authorization from⁢ the Legislature, which‌ must respond within 48 ⁢hours. ‍How does ‍this legislative⁣ involvement play ​into the judicial process?

ET: ‌ The involvement of ⁤the Legislature in judicial​ proceedings, particularly when it concerns cases involving public figures, can be‍ contentious. It introduces an ⁣additional layer of checks and balances, but it also raises concerns about potential political influence over judicial decisions. This scenario suggests that the legislature⁢ is actively engaged ⁢in deciding whether to grant the judiciary the power to proceed with prosecution, which can complicate perceptions⁣ of justice when the lines between lawmaking and law enforcement become blurred.

TNE: In cases like this, how ‌important is ⁣the public’s perception⁣ of the ⁣judicial process,⁤ especially in light of high-profile prosecutions?

ET: Public perception is incredibly vital in high-profile cases. Transparency⁤ builds trust in the judicial system, and when people believe that⁢ proceedings are⁤ fair ⁤and unbiased,⁤ it upholds the rule of ⁣law. However, sensationalism from media coverage can distort that perception. In the Nene case, especially if Verónica A. is ‍a⁣ notable figure, how the information is conveyed⁣ to ‌the public will influence⁤ opinions on her⁢ guilt or innocence long⁤ before any⁤ verdict is reached.

TNE: ‍ Considering the timeline of events, with​ the order being placed ⁣just‌ a couple of ​days ago and ​the swift call to convene a session,⁢ what does this suggest ‌about the urgency of the matter?

ET: It indicates that the case is being treated with a high ‌level of urgency, ​likely due to ​its complexity or public interest. A 48-hour window reflects an intention to resolve this matter quickly, which can ​often ⁣denote high stakes. There may be pressure from various sectors—be‍ it the government, public ‍opinion, or⁣ even⁤ international ‌responses—pressuring lawmakers to⁢ act decisively.

TNE: With all this in mind, what do you think the next steps should be for those involved in ​the case, including Verónica A.?

ET: The next steps should focus on ensuring that due process​ is followed. It’s⁢ essential for the State Attorney General’s⁣ Office to proceed based⁤ on solid evidence, while Verónica A. should be afforded all​ the legal protections available to her. As the case unfolds, it‌ will be up to the judiciary to demonstrate their integrity​ and impartiality while‍ the legislature must ensure ⁤their role does not undermine‌ judicial independence.

TNE: Thank you, Dr. Torres, for your insights on this developing story. It’s crucial to ⁢stay ⁢informed as the situation evolves.

ET: Thank you for having me! It’s a pleasure to discuss these important issues.

TNE: And thank you, viewers, for tuning in. We’ll continue to track this‍ story closely. Stay with Time.news for the⁢ latest updates.

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