The Constitutional Chamber of the Supreme Court of Justice (TSJ) of Venezuela declared this week the appeal for protection filed by the lawyer María Alejandra Díaz Marín is inadmissiblerepresenting the Popular Democratic Front (FDP), after the entity did not publish in detail the results of the presidential elections of July 28.
The appeal introduced by the FDP on October 30 was signed by Díaz, the economist Andrés Giuseppe, the leader of the Redes party, Juan Barreto; the national coordinator of the Popular Historical Bloc, José Luis Ibrahim Esté, the leaders of the Communist Party of Venezuela (PCV), Oscar Figuera, Yul Jabour and Carlos Ojeda Falcón, as well as the president of Centrados, Enrique Márquez.
The group denounced the illegality of the CNE by failing to publish the detailed results and requested the Constitutional Chamber of the TSJ to order the electoral body to make public the minutes of the election.
“The non-publication of the results of the elections is a clear violation of article 155 of the Organic Law of Electoral Processes (Lopre) and its General Regulations,” indicated the appeal presented.
The lawyer who filed an appeal for protection against the CNE before the Constitutional Chamber of the TSJ is suspended
In the ruling, the TSJ magistrates considered that the legal action promoted by Díaz Marín was reckless, and as a consequence They decided to temporarily suspend the lawyer for her actions in this process.
In addition, Díaz Marín will have to pay a fine equivalent to 100 times the value of the highest exchange rate of the BCV, that is, around 5,500 bolivars, taking into account that the reference currency is the euro, which this Tuesday is valued at 55.07 bolivars.
The lawyer was in the past legal advisor to the United Socialist Party of Venezuela, a professor at the Bolivarian University of Venezuela and a member of the National Constituent Assembly.
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**Interview with María Alejandra Díaz Marín: Key Player in Venezuela’s Electoral Dispute**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today, María Alejandra. As you know, your appeal to the Constitutional Chamber of the Supreme Court of Justice regarding the lack of detailed results from the recent presidential elections has been declared inadmissible. Can you explain to our audience why this appeal was so important?
**María Alejandra Díaz Marín:** Thank you for having me. The appeal was crucial because it aimed to address what we see as a fundamental violation of electoral transparency. According to the Organic Law of Electoral Processes, detailed results must be published to ensure the integrity of the electoral process. The failure of the National Electoral Council (CNE) to provide this creates a climate of distrust regarding the overall legitimacy of the elections.
**Interviewer:** The Constitutional Chamber deemed the appeal “reckless.” What are your thoughts on that characterization?
**María Alejandra Díaz Marín:** I believe this ruling reflects an ongoing trend within our judicial system, where dissenting voices are stifled. Our legal action was not reckless but a responsible move to uphold democratic principles. We were acting within our rights as citizens and legal representatives to demand transparency and accountability from the CNE.
**Interviewer:** You mentioned that various political leaders supported your appeal. Why was this coalition significant?
**María Alejandra Díaz Marín:** The support from across different political parties underscores that the fight for electoral integrity transcends individual party lines. It highlights a collective concern for the future of democracy in Venezuela. We are united in advocating for fair and transparent elections, which is essential for the health of our democracy.
**Interviewer:** Going forward, what steps do you and your coalition plan to take in response to the TSJ’s ruling?
**María Alejandra Díaz Marín:** We are considering our legal options and will continue to advocate for electoral reform. It’s vital that we keep the pressure on the CNE to comply with legal requirements. Additionally, we will engage with civil society to raise awareness about these issues and mobilize the public to demand accountability.
**Interviewer:** what message do you have for Venezuelan citizens regarding the electoral process?
**María Alejandra Díaz Marín:** I want to emphasize the importance of staying informed and engaged. Citizens must demand transparency and hold their elected officials accountable. Only through collective action and vigilance can we ensure that our voices are heard and our rights respected in the electoral process. Thank you.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, María Alejandra. Your insights are invaluable, and we appreciate your dedication to Venezuela’s democracy.
