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judicial independence

  • October 27, 2026

Costa Rican Government Defends Judicial Independence Before Inter American Rights Body

San José, Costa Rica — In a high-stakes international hearing, the administration of President Laura Fernández firmly rejected claims that…
  • October 27, 2026

Patricia Vargas Takes Leadership of Supreme Court as Historic Female Triumvirate Marks New Era for Costa Rica

San José, Costa Rica — The election of Magistrate Patricia Vargas as the new President of the Supreme Court of…
  • September 15, 2026

Costa Rica President and Supreme Court Lock Horns in Bitter Budget Battle

San José, Costa Rica — The delicate balance of power in Costa Rica is facing a severe test as a…
  • September 14, 2026

Costa Rica Opposition Resists Executive Pressure to Control Supreme Court

San José, Costa Rica — The delicate balance of power in Costa Rica’s democratic framework faces a severe test as…
  • September 10, 2026

Costa Rica Supreme Court Magistrate Julia Varela Secures Automatic Re-Election Amid Legislative Division

San José, Costa Rica — In a highly charged legislative session, Magistrate Julia Varela of the Second Chamber (Sala Segunda)…
  • August 10, 2026

Costa Rica Judicial Branch Sets Strict Conditions for Security Dialogue with Executive Power

San José, Costa Rica — The delicate balance of powers in Costa Rica is facing a historic test as the…
  • March 13, 2026

Rodríguez Declares Judicial Independence Non-Negotiable

San José, Costa Rica — San José, Costa Rica – In a forceful defense of Costa Rica’s democratic foundations, former…
  • January 20, 2026

Fate of Gamboa Extradition Awaits Key Court Ruling

San José, Costa Rica — San José, Costa Rica – The complex legal battle surrounding the extradition of former magistrate…
  • November 21, 2025

Costa Rican Tribunal Declares US Political Pressure Irrelevant

San José, Costa Rica — San José – In a forceful defense of national sovereignty, Costa Rica’s Supreme Electoral Tribunal…
  • November 10, 2025

Top Judges Defend Judicial Independence as Democratic Cornerstone

San José, Costa Rica — SAN JOSÉ – Amid growing political pressure, senior members of Costa Rica’s judiciary have issued…