### Citizens Urge Judicial Workers to End Strike Amidst Justice System Backlog
As nearly two months have passed since the start of the strike involving workers from the Federal Judicial Branch, judges, and magistrates, a significant call from Tijuana’s civil society is asking for the resumption of their duties. The strike has led to a growing backlog of legal matters, impacting the administration of justice.
José Antonio Serratos García, the president of Unidos por Tijuana, emphasized supporting the workers’ cause but also stressed the pressing need for them to return to work to address the piled-up legal cases. Serratos García remarked, “The call is that it’s enough; the strike was legitimate, but it needs to have a limit. We urge them to return to their duties.”
Serratos, representing an association comprised of various sectors within civil society, compared the current situation to the delays experienced during the Covid-19 pandemic. “The Judicial Branch consists of 53,000 people, and across the nation, we have a million individuals awaiting their judgments and resolutions. The majority of citizens with ongoing legal proceedings are being adversely affected,” highlighted Serratos.
He reiterated concerns that the justice system is “collapsing,” even though urgent matters related to health and freedom have been addressed through legal injunctions. Serratos Garcia’s message was clear: “We need them to serve this community and provide justice. People need solutions, and it’s time to return to work efficiently.”
### Additional Insight: Judicial Strikes’ Impact on Legal Processes
Recent reports reveal continued strikes by the personnel of the Judicial Branch in Tijuana, leading local industries to closely watch the development of proposed judicial reforms. Even amidst recognizing the ongoing disruptions, several legal professionals continue to support the strike, advocating for necessary changes within the system.
The unrest has raised broader issues about the responsibilities of local electoral bodies in the selection process of judges and magistrates. Meanwhile, the national justice system faces increased pressure as a substantial number of pending legal cases remain unresolved, causing widespread public concern.
This situation highlights a crucial period for the justice system in the nation, reflecting both the underlying challenges of judicial reforms and the immediate need for resuming normal operations to address the legal bottleneck affecting millions.