Laura Patricia Melo Cristancho

Laura Patricia Melo Cristancho is a Colombian judge known for her expertise in criminal law and victim reparations. She gained national attention for her role in convicting Jhonier Leal for the double homicide of his brother, renowned hairstylist Mauricio Leal, and their mother, Marleny Hernández. Currently, she is involved in a high-profile case concerning former president Álvaro Uribe, where she must determine whether Uribe's rights are being violated amidst accusations of bias against a previously recused judge.