Entre la seguridad y la justicia: un análisis crítico a la inserción de la figura del juez sin rostro en Ecuador y su impacto en el bloque de constitucionalidad

Abstract

The legal figure of faceless judges has been attempted in some countries, especially those with serious security problems due to drug trafficking and organized crime. However, some positions suggest this figure contradicts the fundamental rights of defendants. Therefore, this research proposed a theoretical, jurisprudential, and comparative analysis, exploring conceptual and practical approaches to its incompatibility with constitutional principles. A comparative study was also conducted on the implementation of concepts similar to faceless judges in other legal systems, analyzing their nature, foundations, scope, and impact on the legal system. This demonstrates how their implementation in Ecuador creates direct tension with the constitutional principles of publicity, due process, and effective judicial protection. In conclusion, this implementation violates human rights and the criminal process's rights, undermining the legitimacy, trust, and transparency of the justice system.