Following the official notification of the sentencing in the Las Malvinas case, defense lawyers for the convicted military personnel have submitted appeals. The oral announcement of the sentence took place on December 22, 2025, during the trial hearing, but it was only recently that the complete written document detailing the resolution concerning the forced disappearance of four minors, who were detained on December 8, 2024, in the Las Malvinas area of southern Guayaquil, was made available.

In total, 17 military personnel were tried in this case. Of these, 16 received convictions for their roles in the crime, while one individual, Colonel Juan Francisco I., was acquitted. The sentences were significant, with eleven military members sentenced to 34 years and eight months in prison for the crime of forced disappearance. Additionally, five others who provided information during the investigation received lighter sentences of 30 months in prison, reflecting their cooperation with the authorities.

The Las Malvinas case highlights ongoing concerns regarding human rights violations in Ecuador, particularly focusing on the military's involvement in such incidents. The appeals filed by the convicted soldiers will likely prolong the judicial process and may also influence public opinion regarding military accountability and the government's commitment to addressing these serious human rights issues.