The Association of Prosecutors has requested that the prosecutor's career investigate a series of unusual situations related to the Attorney General of the State, Álvaro García Ortiz. They have expressed their concern about the impartiality in handling the preliminary proceedings in the Supreme Court and question who appointed the intervening prosecutor and how that appointment was made.
In the midst of this scenario, they raise questions such as which prosecutor was notified of the partially known order and what repercussions it may have on the perception of the institution responsible for ensuring principles such as legality and impartiality. The participation of the lieutenant prosecutor of the Supreme Court is also questioned, given her relations with investigated individuals.
In a statement, the Association of Prosecutors emphasizes the importance of reflecting on the institution's actions in the ongoing investigation in the Supreme Court. Additionally, they emphasize that they do not seek explanations or justifications from García Ortiz in his capacity as a person or attorney general. On the other hand, Judges for Democracy invite reflection on the proportionality of measures affecting fundamental rights in criminal proceedings, in the context of the prosecution of a crime of revelation of secrets.
The judges' association highlights the need to preserve the diligence of the investigation, avoiding leaks, and reminds that the entry and search of the premises of the Attorney General's Office is an unprecedented fact. They call for reflection because an order authorizing such a search is not issued in isolation and steps should be taken to minimize the impact on fundamental rights in cases where there are other less invasive but equally effective measures to clarify the facts under investigation.
