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

Abstract

Abstract: This curricular integration project analyzes the reasoning behind a criminal judgment issued under the abbreviated procedure within the Ecuadorian legal system, drawing upon Atienza s argumentation model and standards established by the Constitutional Court of Ecuador. The study evaluates whether the judicial decision meets the requirements for sufficient and correct reasoning through a normative, doctrinal, and jurisprudential analysis, complemented by methodological tools such as argumentation schemes and evaluation questionnaires. The results show that the judgment identifies the relevant facts and applicable legal provisions, allowing for an understanding of the decision's general import. However, limitations are observed regarding legal interpretation and the individualized assessment of evidence, which diminish the depth of the judicial reasoning. Consequently, the study concludes that while the judgment contains no defects warranting annulment, it is subject to review on appeal to strengthen its reasoning and ensure due process.