Problemática de la aplicación de la cadena de custodia en el proceso penal en el Ecuador

Abstract

Abstract: The research is summarized in three chapters in which an analysis of the Chain of Custody procedure considered the most important part of an investigation in the criminal field, and are summarized below: The analysis includes the general aspects of the chain of custody; an analysis of the doctrinal considerations that support this practice; analysis of the legal framework applicable; procedimeintos a synthesis of the implementation; and finally, an analysis of comparative law, in order to make a connection with the implementation of Ecuadorian legislation; below shows a review about the chain of custody in respect of expert assessment of the evidence, the relationship between these and the pesquisables events, the mismanagement of the chain of custody; and presentation of evidence before the competent authority; then possible solutions for better implementation of the procedure, according to constitutional and legal framework applicable presented; and finally it concludes pointing out the most relevant points found in the analysis and completed the same recommendations for better implementation of the procedure are presented.