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Mexico’s Federal Judiciary Suspends Guerrero Court Officer Over Sexual Assault Allegation

The disciplinary commission imposed an indefinite precautionary suspension under Article 191 to safeguard potential victims during the internal investigation.

Overview

  • The Federal Judiciary’s Disciplinary Commission suspended court officer Juan Carlos N. N., assigned to the Tenth District Court in Guerrero, until a definitive resolution.
  • The action follows a complaint alleging he committed sexual violence against a fellow court employee whose identity remains legally reserved.
  • The Prevention and Anti‑Harassment Unit provided first contact and emotional support, then referred the case to the Administrative Responsibilities Investigation Office, which opened an inquiry and on November 5 requested a precautionary measure.
  • In an extraordinary session on November 5, the commission ordered the precautionary suspension under Article 191, section IV, subsection c, to protect potential victims and workplace integrity.
  • The suspension was personally served at 6 p.m. Thursday based on the gravity of the allegation and the risk of further harassment, and the panel led by Magistrate Rufino H. León Tovar pledged an objective investigation.