Judicial association calls for elections to be cancelled due to possible human rights violations

The association representing federal magistrates and judges demanded the immediate suspension of the scheduled judicial elections , based on a complaint accepted by the UN about possible human rights violations.

The National Association of Circuit Magistrates and District Judges ( Judef ) submitted a formal request this Friday to:

• Suspend the judicial elections scheduled for June 1
• Review the electoral process for possible irregularities
• Guarantee the independence of the judiciary

The petition is based on:

1. Communication admitted by the UN Human Rights Committee
2. Possible violation of the right to judicial independence
3. Risks of violations of fundamental human rights

"The judicial election system must fully guarantee the independence and impartiality of judges" — Excerpt from the complaint to the UN

• Judef : Association that brings together federal magistrates and judges
• UN : Through its Human Rights Committee
• International Institute for Social Responsibility and Human Rights : Co-presenter of the complaint

1. Questioning the selection process of judges
2. Debate on the independence of the judiciary
3. Possible international repercussions for Mexico
4. Impact on the credibility of the justice system

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