The Justice Studies Center of the Americas (CEJA) presents its latest publication: Indicators For Evaluating the Independence of Judges and Prosecutors in The Americas.
In a regional context marked by democratic backsliding, political polarization, and rising violence, the threats and risks faced by those who administer justice have intensified. This new book by CEJA offers a set of indicators for monitoring, preventing, and strengthening judicial independence in the region.
📌 What does this publication offer?
✔️ 57 technical, empirically verifiable indicators
✔️ Based on key international standards (IACHR, UN, Bangalore)
✔️ A practical, adaptable, and action-oriented approach
✔️ Methodological guide for analyzing harms, threats, risks, good practices, and protection measures
✔️ Applicable to both Judicial Branches and Public Prosecutor’s Offices
It also includes a classification by categories, analytical dimensions, and risk levels—a useful tool for judges, prosecutors, justice institutions, civil society, international organizations, and the academic sector.
Strengthening judicial independence means defending the rule of law in the Americas.
📘 Download the full report here.
📥 Download and share the publication in Spanish here.