Overview

• Judge Julieta Makintach secretly allowed audiovisual crews into restricted court areas to shoot the documentary “Giustizia Divina,” compromising her impartiality.
• Co-judge Maximiliano Savarino declared the entire proceeding null, citing damage to both the prosecution and defense from judicial misconduct.
• More than two months of hearings and testimony from 40 witnesses have been voided, meaning all evidence must be presented again.
• Seven medical professionals once facing up to 25 years for alleged negligence in Maradona’s post-surgery care now await a fresh trial.
• Maradona’s family voiced deep distress over the setback while pledging to pursue justice through repeated hearings.