The Specialized Court for Judging Crimes Related to Corruption and Organized Crime has made a significant decision regarding the Triple A case, denying a request from Guayaquil Mayor Achilles Alvarez to nullify the court that is overseeing his trial. The court, consisting of judges Jorge Sánchez Pico, Clara Soria Carpio, and Víctor Barahona Cunalata, determined that the defense's claims lacked legal support, asserting that there had been no violation of due process or procedural irregularities that would invalidate the court's actions. This ruling was issued on March 6, 2026, just days before the planned trial hearing.

Achilles Alvarez, who is currently in preventive detention in Latacunga due to the Goleada case, had argued that the case was marred by irregularities that affected the legitimacy of the judge selection process. He contended that these alleged irregularities warranted a new draw for judges to ensure a fair trial. However, the court's ruling reinforces the legal standing of the current judges and paves the way for the trial hearing to proceed as scheduled.

The implications of this ruling are significant for Alvarez as it not only means that his trial will move forward, but it also indicates that the court is maintaining a firm stance against the challenges posed by defendants in high-profile corruption cases. The outcome of the upcoming trial could set a precedent for how similar cases are handled in Ecuador's legal system, as corruption remains a critical issue in the country.