Judiciary Council activates security protocols due to threats to judge in the Goleada case, for which Aquiles Alvarez is detained
The Judiciary Council of Ecuador has activated security protocols after threats against Judge Jairo García Mosquera, who is handling the Goleada case involving detained Mayor Aquiles Alvarez and others.
Two more people report judge to CNJ, bringing the number of alleged victims to four
Two additional individuals have reported allegations against the judge Magid Láuar to the National Justice Council in Brazil, raising the total number of alleged victims to four.
Judiciary Council requests increased security for judge overseeing Goleada case
The Judiciary Council of Ecuador has requested heightened security for judge Jairo García due to alleged threats against him in the Goleada case.
The Council of the Judiciary deepened the investigation into the federal judge of Rosario Gastón Salmain
The Council of the Judiciary of Argentina has intensified its investigation into federal judge Gastón Salmain, accused of corruption, while also postponing decisions regarding another judge facing accusations of antisemitism.
Pre-elections for the National Judiciary Council. The Coalition has prepared a resolution. PiS is going to the Constitutional Tribunal
The current Polish coalition government has introduced a resolution concerning pre-elections for members of the National Judiciary Council in response to a presidential veto on proposed changes to the judiciary election process.
Chairman of the Judicial Council: The service pension reform threatens judges' financial security and independence
Judges in Latvia face a new pension reform that increases service years required for special pensions from 20 to 25 years and alters pension calculation methods, raising concerns about financial security.
Rapporteur who acquitted defendant of the sexual abuse of a minor is investigated by the CNJ for sexual abuse
Magid Nauef Láuar, the judge who acquitted a defendant accused of raping a 12-year-old, is under investigation for alleged sexual abuse by the National Justice Council (CNJ).
Advisory Council of former presidents of the National Court considers the return of the Supreme Court of Justice and further reforms
The Advisory Council of former presidents of Ecuador's National Court is considering reforms to address the judicial crisis affecting the judiciary in the country.
The new president's law on courts. What was the role of lawyer Zbigniew Ziobro?
Poland's President Karol Nawrocki has vetoed a government reform of the National Council of the Judiciary and proposed a controversial new law on the justice system that imposes severe penalties for questioning the status of 'neo-judges'.
Judge removed from office in Orellana for manifest negligence in the case of alias 'Topo', ally of 'Fito'
The Council of the Judiciary of Ecuador has dismissed a judge for serious negligence in the case involving alias 'Topo', linked to a criminal group led by alias 'Fito'.
Pending Reform
The political dismissal of Mario Godoy from the presidency of the Judiciary Council marks a significant institutional response to public demand for accountability under the law in Ecuador.
Banco Master: CNJ demands explanations from the Paraíba Court of Justice about judicial deposits of R$ 2.6 billion to BRB
The National Justice Council (CNJ) has demanded that the Paraíba Court of Justice explain a judicial deposit of R$ 2.6 billion made to Banco BRB as part of an ongoing investigation.
Judiciary asks the Citizen Participation Council to 'activate' the mechanism to select Mario Godoy's replacement
The Judiciary in Ecuador is urging the Citizen Participation Council to initiate the process for selecting a new president following the resignation of Mario Godoy due to political censure.
The President of Poland vetoed the amendment to the Judiciary Council Act
The President of Poland has vetoed a proposed amendment aimed at restoring judicial independence, which has significant implications for the country's legal system and its alignment with EU standards.
Mario Godoy ends his tenure in the Judiciary surrounded by criticism, under investigation by the Prosecutor's Office, and failing to fulfill tasks despite being in office for 19 months
Mario Godoy was dismissed from his position as President of the Judiciary Council amid corruption allegations and ongoing investigations.
Karol Nawrocki's Project. Prison Sentences for Judges and Removal from Office
President Karol Nawrocki has introduced a legislative proposal pertaining to the judiciary amidst ongoing concerns about the state of justice in Poland.
Nawrocki more critical than Duda towards the courts. What after the veto on the KRS law?
President Karol Nawrocki vetoed the law on the National Council of the Judiciary, signaling his intention to preserve the judicial system established by the PiS party without enacting reforms.
Piotr Szymaniak: To intimidate and bribe the rest, or the atomic version of the muzzle law
The article discusses the Polish president's veto of a law regarding the National Council of the Judiciary, suggesting that it reflects the ruling party's intention to maintain control over judicial independence.
Venice, the CSM chooses Davigo's wife as the new prosecutor
The Italian Superior Council of the Judiciary has appointed Alessandra Dolci as the new prosecutor of Venice amid a contentious voting process that split the council equally.
The path after the censorship of Mario Godoy
The National Assembly of Ecuador has censured and dismissed Mario Godoy, the president of the Judiciary Council, for political responsibility due to incompetence in his duties.
Judiciary revokes suspension of judge Christian Fierro, who reported pressures over the Euro 2024 case
The Judiciary Council of Ecuador has revoked the suspension of anti-corruption judge Christian Fierro, who faced allegations of pressure after ruling on a major money laundering case.
Alexandra Villacís withdraws protection action after her separation as alternate member of Godoy in the Judiciary
Former alternate member of the Judiciary Council, Alexandra Villacís, has withdrawn her legal action following her separation from the Council and the nomination of her replacement.
Robert Gwiazdowski: Judicial ZBoWID
Robert Gwiazdowski questions the legal basis for the selection process of judges in Poland's National Judiciary Council by the Parliament.
The President vetoes the reform of the National Council of the Judiciary. Proposes his own project and speaks of a referendum
The President of Poland has vetoed a reform law concerning the National Council of the Judiciary, claiming it undermines both the constitution and the interests of citizens.
The President vetoed the KRS Act. Here are the provisions it contained
Poland's President has vetoed a significant reform concerning the National Council of the Judiciary (KRS) aimed at altering the selection and functioning of its members.
When Pertini thundered 'no mercy for the Red Brigades'. The Presidents of the Republic at the CSM: the precedents
The Italian President Mattarella unexpectedly addressed the Superior Council of the Judiciary, emphasizing the need for respect for institutions.
Karol Nawrocki is to veto key laws. A slap in the face for Tusk's government
Karol Nawrocki plans to veto significant legislative changes, including those affecting the National Council of the Judiciary, raising concerns about judicial stability and agricultural regulations.
How the assembly members voted to censure and remove Mario Godoy
Mario Godoy was censured and removed from the presidency of the Judiciary Council by the Assembly National with 148 votes due to failure in his duties.
'It has been demonstrated that it is possible to act with maturity and transparency': Niels Olsen after the censure of Mario Godoy
Ecuador's National Assembly President Niels Olsen praised the censure and dismissal of Mario Godoy as judiciary council president as a demonstration of democratic procedure and transparency.
Justice, if the limit has been exceeded
Italian President Mattarella emphasized the importance of democracy by attending a meeting of the Superior Council of the Judiciary for the first time.
National Assembly censors and dismisses Mario Godoy for manifest incompetence
Mario Godoy Naranjo has been censured and dismissed as president of the Judiciary Council of Ecuador due to failure to perform his duties, with 158 votes in favor and one abstention.
RC proposes the censorship and dismissal of Mario Godoy as president of the Judiciary
Ecuador's Assembly member Franklin Samaniego has proposed censure and the dismissal of Mario Godoy from his position as the president of the Judiciary Council amid concerns over the protection of justice officials.
Mario Godoy did not attend the National Assembly for his impeachment trial
Mario Godoy, former president of the Council of the Judiciary, failed to appear at the National Assembly for his impeachment trial proceedings on February 18, 2026, but the session continued without his presence.
Viviana Veloz claims that there is a basis for the removal of Mario Godoy even though he has resigned
Assemblywoman Viviana Veloz asserts that Mario Godoy can still be censured and removed from office despite his resignation from the presidency of the Council of the Judiciary.
President of the National Court expects the Participation Council to have more 'diligence and rigor' in the selection process of the new substitute member for the Judiciary
The interim president of the National Court of Justice in Ecuador urges the Participation Council to ensure a more meticulous selection process for the new substitute member of the Judiciary following the resignation of the previous member.
Vacancy in the presidency of the Council of the Judiciary: Marco Rodríguez must propose a new candidate to replace Mario Godoy
The presidency of the Council of the Judiciary in Ecuador is vacant following the resignation of Mario Godoy, prompting Marco Rodríguez to propose a new candidate.
That strange letter requesting a raise. Gasparri: "The CSM should clarify: it wouldn't be a virtuous example"
Senator Maurizio Gasparri is demanding clarity from the Superior Council of the Judiciary regarding a rumored request for salary increases by some magistrates.
Political trial process against Mario Godoy as president of the Judiciary Council begins
The National Assembly of Ecuador has commenced a political trial against Mario Godoy, who resigned as president of the Judiciary Council shortly before the session began.
Niels Olsen on the resignation of Mario Godoy: 'The trial does not stop and censorship would be a fact'
Mario Godoy's resignation from the presidency of the Council of the Judiciary does not halt the ongoing political trial in Ecuador's National Assembly, as confirmed by Legislative President Niels Olsen.
RC prepares impeachment trial against the four members of the Council of the Judiciary
The Revolución Ciudadana (RC) party is initiating an impeachment trial against four members of Ecuador's Council of the Judiciary following the resignation of president Mario Godoy on the eve of his expected impeachment vote.
Mario Godoy resigns from the presidency of the Judiciary Council amid impeachment trial initiated against him in the National Assembly
Mario Godoy has resigned as president of the Judiciary Council just hours before an impeachment trial against him was set to begin.
We Reveal: Tusk Continues to Maintain the Legislative Council, with Neo-Judges and 'On-Duty' Lawyers of PiS
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has kept the Legislative Council intact, populated by neo-judges and lawyers affiliated with the previous PiS government, despite the electoral defeat of PiS in October 2023.
Mattarella defends the CSM: “Respect for this institution is needed”
Italian President Mattarella emphasized the importance of respecting the Superior Council of the Judiciary amid recent criticisms from Minister Nordio.
This will be the political trial against Mario Godoy in the plenary of the National Assembly on February 18
The National Assembly of Ecuador will hold its first political trial against Mario Godoy, president of the Judiciary Council, on February 18, with accusations of constitutional violations.
Neo-judge Zaradkiewicz and former deputy of Ziobro running for the renewed KRS
The latest candidate list for Poland's renewed National Council of the Judiciary features controversial neo-judges and former government officials tied to the ruling party.
Important Victory
Civil society achieved a significant victory by forcing Godoy to resign as president of the National Council of the Judiciary in Ecuador.
Judge Mercedes Caicedo: ‘I am here due to a career built with honest work’
National Judge Mercedes Caicedo publicly addressed criticisms and attacks on February 14, asserting her commitment to justice as she is nominated for a key position in the Judiciary Council of Ecuador.
Małgorzata Manowska on the elections to the KRS: Illegal
Małgorzata Manowska criticizes proposed reforms to the National Council of the Judiciary, deeming elements of it unconstitutional and undemocratic.
Schlein: 'Nordio on the CSM? A limit has been exceeded, this will leave ruins, the right insults Borsellino'
Elly Schlein criticizes Justice Minister Carlo Nordio for his remarks regarding the Superior Council of the Magistracy (CSM) and expresses concern over the government's silence.
Dissolving the Council or resorting to the judiciary.. How will the constitutional vacancy crisis in Iraq be resolved?
Iraq is facing a constitutional crisis as the election for a new president stalls due to a deadlock between the main parties in the Kurdistan region, prompting parliamentary leaders to seek clarification from the Federal Supreme Court regarding the legitimacy of the current president's ongoing role.