Preferencias académicas de los estudiantes de la carrera de Derecho y su vinculación con los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible (ODS) a través del estudio de sentencias

Abstract

Abstract: Judgment No. 410-22-EP/23 of the Constitutional Court of Ecuador ruled that the rights to defense, legal security, and identity of Miguel Horacio Molina Santos were violated. His marital status was illegally modified through a habeas data action. The judges of the Provincial Court of Manabí distorted this constitutional guarantee by declaring a de facto union, the exclusive jurisdiction of the ordinary courts according to the Civil Code. The Court annulled the contested decision for invasion of jurisdiction and ordered comprehensive reparation measures. The ruling underscores the importance of correctly applying jurisdictional guarantees to avoid violations of fundamental rights. By correcting the procedural deviation, the Court strengthened legal certainty and established a key precedent for delimiting jurisdictions. It also highlighted the need for ongoing judicial training to prevent misinterpretations. This ruling contributes to the achievement of SDG 16 by promoting effective and transparent institutions, guaranteeing access to justice, and strengthening the protection of rights. Its comprehensive approach demonstrates how well-founded decisions can balance individual restitution with systemic strengthening of the rule of law.