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**Gender Change Request Denied for Minor in Tijuana**
In Tijuana, a request to change the gender designation of a 12-year-old girl was halted by the local civil registry office. This move conflicts with a recent reform by the Baja California Congress, which acknowledges the right of minors to change their gender identity. The girl, backed by her parents and legal representatives, submitted the required documents, including her birth certificate and proof of residence, only to face bureaucratic hurdles.
The girl’s mother, Claudia Lima Reyes, stated, “We had all the necessary documents except for an ID for my daughter since she’s a minor and doesn’t have one.” The 2024 reform established provisions for minors but stipulated that no official ID is necessary for minors in such cases.
Jorge Álvaro Ochoa Orduño, president of the State Human Rights Commission, highlighted that the law is effective and should facilitate the process. However, the family was redirected due to procedural complications, including the fact that the girl holds dual nationality, complicating jurisdictional aspects.
The encounter reflects broader issues of misinformation and bias, as the local offices seemingly lacked the procedural knowledge to handle such cases adequately. The family’s trip led them to the Subprocuraduría de Defensa de los Menores y la Familia, under Baja California’s DIF System, a necessary step per reform 442 for commencing the process. The decree ensures confidentiality, stating that the original birth certificate will remain sealed unless explicitly requested by judicial mandate, ministerial petition, or by the individual involved.
Despite the hurdles, Jorge Álvaro Ochoa Orduño suggests potential discriminatory acts in blocking the request. He emphasized that, given the girl’s dual nationality with Mexican parents, she possesses the full rights of a Mexican citizen. The commission remains attentive to ensuring fair and expedient treatment in such matters, aiming to avoid prolonged delays that could result in rights infringements.
The Tijuana municipal president has expressed concern and awareness of the issue, promising to investigate to ensure compliance with the law.
**Additional Related Article**
**Progress in Gender Identity Rights Sparks Challenges in Tijuana**
Recent strides in gender identity rights for minors in Baja California, stemming from legislative reform in 2024, face real-world application challenges as illustrated by the case of a 12-year-old in Tijuana. Legislative change intended to streamline gender change procedures for minors is encountering resistance at various bureaucratic levels.
Jorge Álvaro Ochoa Orduño of the State Human Rights Commission underscores the importance of accommodating legal reforms into practical application, cautioning against potential procedural discrimination. In a recent Tijuana case, authorities failed to implement these established legal protections due to procedural confusion, highlighting a gap between legislative intent and administrative practice.
This case exemplifies broader systemic issues as families and minors seek to exercise their rights amidst evolving legal landscapes. Officials and human rights advocates recognize these incidents as opportunities to reinforce procedural training and uphold human rights commitments across municipal and state levels.
Moving forward, the Commission emphasizes collaboration with affected families and local authorities, advocating for swift resolutions without unnecessary legal recourse, ultimately promoting the successful integration of new identity rights into everyday administrative practice.
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