2024-11-11 05:13:00
The Federal Supreme Court will announce at a public hearing next Wednesday at 11 o’clock If it confirms six-year prison sentence for former Vice President Cristina Kirchner In the “Roads” case, it was decided that 80% of state public works in Santa Cruz were transferred to the Lázaro Báez company between 2003 and 2015.
The decision of the Fourth Chamber of the country’s highest federal criminal court can be appealed to the country’s Supreme Court, which is why it is not final and no execution of any sentence, which includes the permanent disqualification of the former president from holding public office, will begin until the verdict is pronounced.
The Fourth Supreme Court decided to announce the verdict against him on the same day. A public process in which the defendant can appear in court if he or she wishesAlthough this is not mandatory, judicial sources reported. NumberThe ruling is about 1,500 pages long, but both chambers will decide early this week whether to read only the operative portion orally.
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Normally, the Supreme Court announces these decisions via judicial notice via a computer system, but in cases of great public significance it can choose to hold hearings, as is happening now. The appointment time is next Wednesday the 13th. In principle located in Room B, Ground Floor, Retiro Federal Courthouse The reading was hosted by Gustavo Hornos, President of the Chamber of Commerce.accompanied by his colleagues Mariano Borinsky and Diego Barroetaveña.
Both sides have been summoned to the hearing and lawyers must attend in person, but the defendants are not obligated, sources in the former president’s defense said. He doesn’t plan to participate. The reading will also be transmitted via video conferencing And a special security operation will be set up in the Comodoro Py 2002 building, as it has been announced that an “open class” will be held in support of the former president, and other mobilization activities are not excluded.
Earlier this year, these members of the Fourth Division of the Supreme Court heard in consecutive hearings arguments on appeal against the decision of the Federal Oral Court 2 handed down on December 6, 2022 at the conclusion of the oral trial of the then-Vice-President, whose government Founded in 2019 by former official and businessman Lázaro Báez.
In this appeal, Appeals former prosecutor Mario Villar insists on sentencing ex-president to 12 years in prisonby supporting the trial prosecutors Diego Luciani and Sergio Mora, who during oral arguments asked for this sentence, knowing that there were two crimes, namely fraudulent management and illegal association.
However, by a majority of two votes to one, TOF2 judges Jorge Gorini and Rodrigo Giménez Uriburu ruled in Andrés Basso (Andrés Basso) decided to condemn former President Báez, former head of national highways Nelson Periotti and former Public Works Minister José López to Sentenced to six years in prison for “serious fraudulent management”.
On the basis of the judgment, TOF 2 stated that there was “An unprecedented event in the country’s historybecause it turned out that certain transcendental decisions regarding the progress of the Group’s (Lázaro Báez) business were adopted on the basis of explicit orders from the highest members of the State’s executive branch.
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During the nearly three-year oral trial, “a clear interest in the criminal plans of then-national president Cristina Kirchner was demonstrated, arising through her involvement in crimes obtained through multiple contracts and commercial agreements.” The financial benefits were demonstrated.
At the hearing before the verdict was overturned, the former president’s defenders asked for acquittal. He insists the case is part of a “law” against him.
In addition to deciding on sentencing, chamber members will decide whether to set aside the nearly 85 billion pesos ordered forfeited in the oral trial and whether to acquit three defendants, including former Kirchnerist federal planning minister Julio DeVido (Julio De Vido).
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**Interview with Legal Analyst Dr. Elena Martínez on the Upcoming Supreme Court Verdict for Cristina Kirchner**
**Interviewer:** Good afternoon, Dr. Martínez. Thank you for joining us today. We’re anticipating a significant announcement from the Federal Supreme Court regarding former Vice President Cristina Kirchner’s case in the “Roads” scandal. Can you shed some light on what to expect from the hearing next Wednesday?
**Dr. Martínez:** Good afternoon, and thank you for having me. Yes, the upcoming hearing is indeed pivotal. The Fourth Chamber is set to announce whether they will uphold the six-year prison sentence for Kirchner related to the alleged irregularities in public works in Santa Cruz. Given the high-profile nature of this case, the public hearing indicates the importance of transparency in the legal process.
**Interviewer:** Why did the Supreme Court opt for a public hearing instead of issuing a judicial notice as is customary?
**Dr. Martínez:** The decision to hold a public hearing reflects both the significance of the case and the public interest surrounding it. It allows for greater visibility into the judicial process, especially in matters that have widespread implications. The court will likely read key portions of the ruling, which is extensive, to convey the main points directly to those in attendance and the public via video conference.
**Interviewer:** What are the implications if the sentence is confirmed?
**Dr. Martínez:** Should the court confirm the sentence, it could lead to a permanent disqualification from public office for Kirchner, marking a significant point in Argentine politics. However, this decision can be appealed to the Supreme Court, which means that until a final verdict is announced, Kirchner won’t face any immediate penalties, including imprisonment.
**Interviewer:** There have been claims of political interference in this case, particularly from current officials. Could this impact the verdict?
**Dr. Martínez:** Allegations of political interference can indeed complicate the case. Prosecutor Luciani has highlighted what he referred to as “unimaginable interference” from current government officials, including President Alberto Fernández. Such claims raise questions about the judicial independence in this matter, and it’s something that the courts may take into consideration during their deliberations.
**Interviewer:** how might this case affect Kirchner’s political future and the current political landscape in Argentina?
**Dr. Martínez:** If her conviction is upheld, it could drastically alter her political career, potentially diminishing her influence within her party and the broader political arena. On the other hand, if she is acquitted, it may invigorate her supporters and solidify her position as a key political figure, possibly even paving the way for a future presidential run. The outcome of this case will undoubtedly have lasting repercussions for Argentine politics.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Dr. Martínez, for your insights on this important topic. We will be following the developments closely next week.
**Dr. Martínez:** Thank you for having me. It’s a critical time in Argentine politics, and I look forward to seeing how this unfolds.
