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

Abstract

Abstract: This curricular integration project addresses the analysis and evaluation of judicial motivation in first-level rulings in Ecuador. It is based on the analytical method, breaking down judicial reasoning to examine its structure, validity, and compliance with constitutional standards. The research uses a specific case, ruling No. 05202-2024-00250 on the termination of alimony, to apply criteria of sufficient and correct motivation. Through the schematization of the arguments in the ruling and the application of questionnaires based on the jurisprudence of the Constitutional Court, the study seeks to determine whether first-instance judges effectively fulfill their obligation to justify their decisions. This practical analysis allows for the identification of strengths and weaknesses in judicial argumentation, contrasting theory with practice. The main contribution of the research lies in generating an applied case study that contributes to the understanding and improvement of the quality of judicial decisions in Ecuador. Its results are valuable for legal training by fostering critical thinking and analytical skills in future legal professionals, and for society by strengthening trust in the justice system through the promotion of transparent and well-founded judgments.