Análisis de la violencia social e intrafamiliar desde una apreciación criminológica: desafíos en la administración de la justicia, aplicando políticas criminales efectivas

Abstract

Abstract: The objective of this thesis is to analyze the causes of social and domestic violence in Ecuador from a criminological perspective. The methodology consisted of a quantitative, descriptive, and exploratory approach, non-experimental, with a cross-sectional field design. This was implemented through surveys conducted with 19 lawyers and 11 citizens who voluntarily participated in this process, resulting in thirty (30) respondents. The information was collected using an instrument based on the following categories: perception of the justice system's performance regarding domestic violence; support; and the effectiveness of policies and protection measures for victims of this problem. The main findings reveal serious shortcomings in due process, the legal representation and defense of victims, evidenced by insufficient consideration of testimony, irregularities in the gender perspective, and weak coherence among the institutions administering justice. The lack of effective controls and preventative measures transforms the criminal response into a mere formality, fostering impunity, recidivism, and the persistence of violence. It concludes with a necessary review of the criminal prosecution process for domestic violence, adopting a fair approach based on respect for gender and providing effective and consistent support to victims.