Motivación en las sentencias emitidas por los jueces de primer nivel en Ecuador

Abstract

Abstract: This curriculum integration project analyzes the legal reasoning behind rulings issued by first-level judges in Ecuador, using the femicide of María Belén Bernal as an emblematic case. The ruling is analyzed using an analytical method to assess the sufficiency and correctness of its factual and normative grounds. The study of this case is a key tool for understanding the legitimacy of judicial decisions and their connection to due process. It also highlights the importance of adequate judicial reasoning that guarantees fundamental rights and promotes citizen confidence in the administration of justice. The research concludes that a properly reasoned ruling not only prevents arbitrariness but also strengthens legal certainty. The project provides a critical and proactive perspective as a tool for professional training and institutional transformation in the Ecuadorian judicial system.