**Judges Halt Judicial Reform Discussion**
On Saturday, August 31, 2024, it was announced that two federal judges have ordered the Chamber of Deputies not to commence the discussion on the judicial reform bill pushed by the federal government, which was slated to be debated this Monday.
One case originated in Morelos and the other in Chiapas, effectively requiring the Committee on Constitutional Points to refrain from presenting the Judicial Reform bill to the full Chamber of Deputies. The committee must also report its compliance with the judicial orders, which generally call for the cessation of the reform process.
These two suspensions are unprecedented, much like the reform itself and the movement of judicial workers and handlers.
In Morelos, Judge Martha Eugenia Magaña López excused herself due to potential direct impact but proceeded as part of the procedure, dictating the suspension.
She addressed the amparo request regarding the vulnerability of judicial workers with the removal of ministerial career paths. She determined that without job stability, public servants subjected to procedures potentially leading to their dismissal would be justified in seeking an amparo trial from the start, as issuing a resolution of task conclusion, despite procedural or substantial violations, would render real reinstatement impossible.
“If the plaintiffs are intended to be dismissed from their positions as federal judges without a hearing or any indemnity—by simply reforming the Constitution—it is clear that the suspension should prevent the formalization of the contested act in the supreme norm, as it would then be unassailable,” she noted.
In Chiapas, the issue was addressed by Third District Judge of Amparo and Federal Trials, Felipe V. Consuelo Soto.
“It is appropriate to grant the suspension ex officio regarding the effects and consequences of the contested acts so that the responsible authorities within the Union Congress, within their respective competences, continue the legislative process. In case of the eventual approval of the constitutional reform decree constituting the root of the contested act,” concluded Consuelo Soto.
Consuelo Soto set an incidental hearing for September 6 and directed a request to the District Court in Administrative Matters in Mexico City. He also notified the responsible authorities.
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**More News on Judicial Reform Suspension**
Officials have voiced concerns regarding the halt of the judicial reform. The federal government’s proposal aimed at overhauling judicial career paths and modifying employment stability clauses has sparked substantial debate. Critics argue the reform threatens the independence of judicial workers and could lead to unfair dismissals without proper procedural safeguards.
In a statement, the Federal Judicial Council emphasized the need for safeguarding the rights of its employees amidst the proposed changes. Meanwhile, some legislators expressed their frustration with the judiciary’s interference in legislative processes, highlighting the importance of legislative autonomy.
Legal experts have weighed in, suggesting this suspension may pave the way for deeper judicial review and more comprehensive debates around the proposed reform, ensuring that all stakeholders’ rights and responsibilities are thoroughly considered before any structural changes are implemented.
For more details on the unfolding of this legislative and judicial conflict, stay tuned to TJGringo.com.
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