María Benilda Sandoval
GuatemalajudgeFemale6.0Global Dominance: 0.00%María Benilda Sandoval is a Guatemalan judge known for her role in the judicial system, particularly in urgent proceedings. Recently, she made headlines by rejecting a request from the Public Ministry to issue arrest warrants for former prosecutors Rafael Curruchiche and Saúl Sánchez, citing concerns over alleged abuses during their tenures. Her decision reflects the ongoing complexities and tensions within Guatemala's legal landscape, particularly in cases involving high-profile figures in the justice system.
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María Benilda Sandoval declared the requests against Sánchez without merit.
Exfiscal Saúl Sánchez es investigado por daños a piezas patrimoniales, luego de operativo en el Museo de Arte Colonial en Antigua GuatemalaPrensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·Guatemala· 2026-08-08
Guatemala· 2026-08-08
Judge María Benilda Sandoval rejected the request from the Public Ministry to issue capture orders against Rafael Curruchiche and Saúl Sánchez.
Jueza rechaza solicitud del MP para capturar a Rafael Curruchiche y Saúl SánchezPrensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·Guatemala· 2026-07-30
Guatemala· 2026-07-30