Jurados de conciencia: un comparativo entre el sistema penal Colombiano y Norteamericano

Abstract

The present article analyzes the institution of jurors of conscience from the comparative point of view between the American and Colombian penal system, in order to establish ¿What are the advantages and disadvantages of the Jurors of Conscience in the North American and Colombian Penal System? For which the methodology of documentary analysis was used. In order to answer the central question and once the American experience has been analyzed, it is concluded that although the jurors of conscience present an advantage and opportunity to improve the credibility in the Colombian justice system and to guarantee the right to citizen participation, Conditions of public order in which the country is, it is still not considered viable its implementation, since they have shown other phenomena such as corruption that can influence the decisions of the jury thus generating impunity, this being the main cause By which this figure disappeared at the time. Equally, beyond creating it constitutionally requires dynamics, conditions and resources to meet the purpose for which it was created. The aspects that were identified for its implementation were: i) Agile and expeditious selection processes for the eligibility of jurors. Ii) Strengthening the development of TICs in the system of administration of justice. Iii) Promotion and promotion by public entities and interest and motivation of citizens to participate in public management. It is recommended to work on the needs that are required and on the development of good practices and behaviors of both civil servants and citizens, in order to obtain the results expected from the jury of conscience and thus generate confidence in the delivery of justice in Colombia