Lawyer Ernesto de la Jara has presented his new free book titled ‘The Course of Justice’, a work that aims to demystify the Peruvian judicial system. Through clear examples, De la Jara criticizes the actions of the Constitutional Court and Congress, whom he considers problematic actors in the administration of justice. “My book aims to provide a comprehensive view of what everyone should know about the justice system and the administration of justice,” commented De la Jara.
He emphasizes that justice is often presented as something technical and boring, which prevents citizens from adequately voicing opinions and exercising oversight. In this regard, he stresses that the Constitutional Court should not be seen as the final authority in interpreting the law, as the Judiciary has the power to disregard unconstitutional norms.
The lawyer also criticizes the current Congress, stating that it has “captured” key institutions of the judicial system, including the Constitutional Court, leading to aberrant rulings that contradict the law. De la Jara concludes that, despite the obstacles, there are judges and prosecutors who fight for democratic institutionalism. This perspective is crucial for understanding the current political and judicial landscape in Peru.
