AMPARO LAW
Amparo is a legal concept that protects people in the event that authorities violate their fundamental rights, guaranteeing that laws and government actions are enforced.
Purpose of amparo law
The right to amparo is a legal mechanism found in several legal systems, particularly in countries with a Hispanic tradition, that protects the fundamental rights of individuals against acts or omissions by authorities that violate them. Its main objective is to guarantee respect for the human rights established in the Constitution and international treaties.
In the case of Mexico, for example, the amparo trial is a procedure that allows citizens to challenge laws, administrative, judicial, or legislative acts that may violate their rights. This remedy is widely recognized for its role in constitutional oversight and protection of individual rights.
Characteristics of amparo
Amparo is a shield that protects your human rights if they are violated, restoring your freedoms and ensuring that authorities respect the law.
Areas of application where we can find protection
Amparo is the legal tool that protects you against unjust and illegal decisions, which is why we can find it in the following areas.
- Protection of human rights: Guarantees respect for fundamental rights enshrined in the Constitution and international treaties.
- Challenge of acts of authority: Proceeds against administrative, judicial, or legislative acts that may violate fundamental rights.
- Constitutionality review: Functions as a mechanism to verify the compliance of laws and acts with the Constitution.
- Acts of private individuals in certain cases: In specific situations, amparo can also be applied against acts of private individuals, for example, in cases of discrimination or infringement of basic rights.
- Direct amparo proceedings: Proceeds against final judgments and resolutions that end a trial, when a violation of constitutional rights is alleged.
- Indirect amparo: It is filed against acts or norms of a general nature, applied by authorities that immediately and individually affect the rights of the plaintiff.
- Economic, social and cultural rights: Protects rights such as education, housing, health and access to basic resources.
- Defense of vulnerable groups: Seeks to protect especially those sectors in vulnerable situations, such as women, children, indigenous people and people with disabilities.
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Frequently Asked Questions.
Amparo is a legal remedy that allows people to request protection of their rights against acts or omissions by authorities.
In Mexico, any individual or legal entity affected by an act of authority may file an amparo (protection).
The deadline for filing an amparo (protection of constitutional rights) in Mexico depends on the type of action being challenged. Generally, it is 15 days, but it can vary.
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