National Justice Board (JNJ) Chairwoman Imelda Tumialan has called on Peruvian judges to resolve cases in accordance with the Constitution, law, and their conscience as the only references, leaving aside "undue influences," and to defend their independence.
During the swearing-in of 27 judges and chief prosecutors, she reiterated that the board affirms its commitment to maintain the independence of the Judiciary and the Public Ministry.
"The legitimacy of the justice system and the country's institutional framework depends on the actions of its magistrates," Tumialan emphasized.
"We must make an effort so that citizens always notice their (magistrates') independence, which is only identified with the truth and with the loyal performance of duties, free of any undue influence," she expressed.
Furthermore, the
National Justice Board chairwoman stated that the entity she heads considers that justice administration system bodies' independence is the cornerstone of the rule of law.
Judges and prosecutors
During the ceremony, eight judges and 19 prosecutors were proclaimed, sworn in, and handed over the corresponding certificates. They were selected at meritocratic public contests.
Within this framework,
Tumialan congratulated the magistrates.
"You have accredited high professional standards and willingness to assume the entrusted demanding task. Not everyone can do it; you have done it and you should be proud of that," she expressed.
In this sense, the National Justice Board chief said the issue of threats to judicial independence across the region was addressed at the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights.
Then, it was pointed out that the absence of judicial independence destroys democracy and normalizes human rights violations.
As is known, the
National Justice Board is in
charge of the designation, ratification, and dismissal of judges and prosecutors in Peru.
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Publicado: 27/6/2023