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

Abstract

Abstract:This research analyzes the motivation behind judgments issued by first-level judges in Ecuador, taking as its object of study the judgment in Case No. 13202-2015-00733 of the Jipijapa Multicompetent Civil Judicial Unit, related to an incident concerning an increase in child support payments. The study examines the logical and legal structure of the ruling, applying the standards of sufficiency and correctness of the motivation in accordance with Article 76, paragraph 7, letter l) of the Constitution, and Article 130, paragraph 11 of the Organic Code of the Judiciary. An analytical-descriptive method with a qualitative approach was used, employing the case study technique and the application of the Questionnaire on Standards of Sufficiency and Correct Motivation. The results demonstrate adequate motivation, based on constitutional and legal regulations and the principle of the best interests of the child. The research concludes that a properly reasoned sentence guarantees due process and legal certainty, strengthening public trust in the Ecuadorian justice system.