Minister of Defense Margarita⁣ Robles⁣ publicly expressed her “total and absolute” confidence in the⁣ Supreme Court on March ‍15, ‍2024, following the release of the court’s sentencing of State ⁣Attorney general Álvaro García Ortiz. Robles emphasized that trust in all ⁤institutions is essential to a functioning democracy.

Sentence⁣ Details ⁣and Delayed Publication

The Supreme court’s⁢ decision,announced 19 days after its initial ruling,supports the conviction ‍of⁤ García Ortiz for leaking confidential ⁤information ⁢related to tax crimes allegedly committed by the partner of Isabel Díaz Ayuso,a⁢ prominent political figure. Specifically, the court found García Ortiz guilty of revealing confidential data‍ concerning the case and issuing a related press release on March 14, 2024. The sentence includes a two-year disqualification from serving as attorney general and a fine of⁤ 7,200 euros.

Internal Division Within the Court

While the majority of the ⁢court -⁤ five magistrates – supported the conviction, two magistrates dissented, advocating for García Ortiz’s acquittal. Robles acknowledged this internal division,noting the 5-2 split,and stated her belief that⁢ the ruling would ⁤have been more effective had it been made public sooner. Despite claiming unfamiliarity with the specifics of the ⁢ruling, she reiterated her ⁣faith in the⁤ judicial system.

Upholding the Rule ⁤of Law

Speaking before appearing before the Commission on Official ‍Secrets,Robles underscored ⁣the importance of respecting the judiciary in a rule of law. Her statements reflect a commitment to the independence⁢ of the courts and the principles of democratic governance. ⁤this‍ case highlights the scrutiny faced by high-ranking officials and the importance of maintaining confidentiality in legal proceedings.