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

Abstract

Abstract: This research examines the importance of reasoning in the judicial decisions of first-level judges in Ecuador, with special emphasis on the analysis of practical cases and Ecuadorian law. Judicial reasoning is essential to ensure transparency, substantive justice, and the protection of fundamental rights. The study mentions that, according to Article 76 of the Constitution of Ecuador, decisions must be reasoned. Furthermore, this affects the legitimacy of the justice system. The study examines the classification of reasoning as sufficient and correct, the variations between formal and substantive reasoning, and analyzes a practical case of a judgment, specifically a case of injuries in a traffic accident. It concludes that adequate reasoning is not only a technical requirement but also a pillar of the democratic rule of law, essential for guaranteeing due process.