Incidencia de la detención con fines investigativos en el cantón Machala durante el período 2018-2022. Análisis de su eficacia

Abstract

This research analyzed the incidence of investigative detention in the Canton of Machala. A mixed approach (qualitative-quantitative) was applied to this study, permitting a more comprehensive understanding of the phenomenon. Additionally, historical-logical, inductive-deductive, analytical-synthetic, and dogmatic methods were used to enhance the analysis. Techniques such as literature and documentary reviews were also employed, which were fundamental in supporting the findings. The results highlighted the impact of investigative detention in the Canton of Machala, emphasizing the need to address such detentions seriously. These actions must be conducted within legal limits while respecting the fundamental rights of detainees. Finally, concrete proposals were made to eliminate the violation of constitutional rights during arrests or detentions and mitigate these practices, promoting a more humane and just process. Keywords: detention, aims, investigative, Machala .