Garantía de los derechos fundamentales en procesos coactivos frente a grupos vulnerables: análisis de la sentencia N.º 889-20-JP/21

Abstract

Ecuadorian regulations recognize reinforced rights and protection for individuals belonging to vulnerable groups. However, in the face of enforcement proceedings due to non-payment of basic services, significant challenges may arise concerning certain rights due to potential violations. This paper will critically analyze Judgment No. 889-20-JP/21 of the Constitutional Court of Ecuador, to assess how state mechanisms for debt collection may affect the guarantees of fundamental rights of vulnerable groups. The application of effective judicial protection in enforcement proceeding involving older adults with will be examined.