Roberto Carlos Cueva Astudillo

Roberto Carlos Cueva Astudillo is a judge in Ecuador who recently gained attention for his decision to release a suspect involved in a drug-related case, prompting criticism from the Minister of the Interior, John Reimberg. The Asociación Ecuatoriana de Magistrados y Jueces defended Cueva Astudillo, arguing that his actions adhered to legal standards and emphasized the importance of judicial independence in the face of political pressure.