Judicial Independence

Ensuring a judicial system that protects the fundamental rights of every person and maintains the necessary social order for life in society requires an independent Judicial Branch with the ability to solve cases and controversies within the Law not allowing personal, economic or political interests, public pressure or individual perceptions influence judges’ decisions and actions.

GOAL 5.1

Reinforce mechanisms and tools to protect judicial independence.

GOAL 5.2

Strengthen the ethical commitment of the Judiciary and its personnel.

GOAL 5.3

Educate the community on the importance and scope of the principles of judicial independence and impartiality that guarantee the essential rights of the people.