The Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation (SCJN) in Mexico has unanimously revoked the previous ruling that acquitted Jhoan Ricardo Matus Marcial, the former legal advisor of the Asunción Nochixtlán municipality. He was implicated as the alleged intellectual author of the enforced disappearance of human rights defender Claudia Uruchurtu Cruz. The decision was based on a project proposed by Minister Arístides Guerrero García, which emphasized the need to reevaluate cases involving human rights defenders with new standards and perspectives.

The SCJN highlighted that women human rights defenders often face unique and complex forms of discrimination and aggression, not only for their actions but also for their identities. This clarity reflects a growing recognition of the distinct challenges faced by women in the human rights sector. Guerrero García's project advocates for a differential approach focusing on gender and intersectionality when addressing cases involving female defenders, signaling a crucial shift in judicial perspective toward these issues.

This decision represents a significant moment for the legal treatment of human rights cases in Mexico, particularly regarding the protection of women activists. By adopting a more nuanced understanding of discrimination and responding with appropriate legal frameworks, the SCJN aims to provide better protection for those who are often targeted. Consequently, this development may aid in the broader fight against the enforced disappearances of activists and enhance accountability in such cases.