### Strengthening State Judicial Powers: Expert’s Insight
**TJGringo.com, Monday, September 2, 2024**
**Reinforcing State Judicial Powers: An Essential Step**
It is crucial to extend more authority to local judicial bodies, emphasizes the academic Eliseo Muro Ruiz. With the ongoing Judicial Reform being debated in the Union Congress, it is equally important to address the areas of improvement within state judicial powers.
Muro Ruiz stressed the significance of empowering local justice institutions with greater functions. “About 80% of cases emerging in the superior justice courts of states go to a third instance, causing delays and undermining the constitutional mandate for prompt and expedient justice,” he noted.
Following his participation in Grupo 21, Muro Ruiz suggested revisiting provisions from previous constitutions that afforded greater faculties to state judicial powers. He insisted that enhancing these powers would not regress but rather advance the judicial system.
“The substantial volume of third-instance cases originates from state superior courts. These should be fortified with adequate budgets and expanded functions to serve as ultimate authorities on legal matters, as it was between 1824 and 1857. Implementing historical structures is not a step backward but part of evolutionary progress,” Muro Ruiz elaborated.
He advocated for guaranteeing a fixed budget for local judicial powers to avoid dependency on the executive branch negotiations and enhance their independence.
“Strengthening the local judicial system involves reconsidering the functions from the 19th century, where state courts were ultimate authorities in interpreting state laws, the federal constitution, and international treaties. It would be beneficial if state superior courts could also issue jurisprudence, as they did in the 19th century. The budget should reflect in improvements in facilities, benefits, and overall conditions for local judicial public servants,” he concluded.
### Additional News: National Context of Judicial Reform
**Legislators Urged to Manage More Resources for Baja California**
Experts highlight that federal legislators must advocate for increased resources for Baja California’s judicial sector. The call comes amidst ongoing judicial reforms, emphasizing the need for substantial financial support to enhance local judicial functions and infrastructure.
**Decrease in Investments Due to Judicial Reform: Deitac**
The ongoing judicial reform discussions have led to a decline in investments, according to the Tijuana Economic Development Council (Deitac). The uncertainty surrounding the reform’s implications has deterred potential investors, impacting local economic growth.
**Protests Against Judicial Reform in Tijuana**
A symbolic “funeral march” was held in Tijuana as a protest against the proposed judicial reforms. Participants expressed concerns that the changes could undermine the efficiency and integrity of the judicial system.
**Independence Day Celebrations in Tijuana**
The Independence Day celebrations in Tijuana will feature performances by popular acts like Sonora Dinamita. The city has begun selling patriotic items ahead of the festivities, which are eagerly anticipated by the community.
**Tijuana Digital Archive Progresses**
The digitalization of Tijuana’s archives is making significant progress, thanks to collaborative efforts between San Diego State University, the University of Houston, and IMAC (Municipal Institute of Arts and Culture). This initiative aims to preserve and make accessible Tijuana’s rich historical records.
### Local Matters: Addressing Community Issues
**Traffic and Signage Concerns in Tijuana**
Gina Arana flagged the lack of road signage and synchronized traffic lights as major mobility challenges in Tijuana. She called for the establishment of a technical committee on public lighting to address these issues effectively.
**Protest by DIF Rehabilitation Center Workers**
Twenty-three employees from the DIF Rehabilitation Center initiated a work stoppage and pledged to continue working under protest. The protest highlights underlying issues within the organization that demand immediate attention.
**Parque de la Cacho Fire Station Relocation**
The relocation of Fire Station 1 in Tijuana away from Parque de la Cacho is under discussion, focusing on finding a more suitable location to serve the community better.
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