
What's behind Mexico's plan to elect judges?
Law Report
Judicial Independence at Risk: Mexico's Election of Judges
This chapter examines recent constitutional reforms in Mexico aimed at electing judges, raising significant concerns about judicial independence and the rule of law. It explores the potential politicization of the judiciary, drawing parallels with the United States and illustrating past experiences from Bolivia. The discussion emphasizes the risks of corruption, campaign funding, and organized crime, arguing that these reforms could worsen existing judicial issues rather than resolve them.
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