Background and Parties Involved
The Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation (SCJN) unanimously decided that acts of sexual violence against children, minors, and adolescents are imprescriptible. This ruling was made in the context of a civil lawsuit filed by singer Sasha Sokol against producer Luis de Llano, who was accused of sexual abuse when Sokol was 14 years old.
The Ruling
De Llano, sentenced in 2023 for moral damage, had promoted an amparo arguing that the events from 1985 had prescribed. However, the First Chamber of the Court upheld the conviction against him and affirmed that civil action for damages resulting from child sexual abuse does not lose its relevance over time.
The court also acknowledged that publicly discussing a relationship with someone underage without their consent can constitute a violation of privacy and cause moral damage. In this case, it was proven that the public statements made by the producer violated Sokol’s privacy and re-traumatized her.
Impact on Victims and Future Cases
Sasha Sokol celebrated the ruling, stating that it not only represents justice in her case but also “opens the way for civil action for other victims” of child sexual abuse. She emphasized that the court recognized the time necessary for victims to process events, understand the harm suffered, and find conditions to denounce.
“Bringing things this far has given me a sense of agency. Today, I have the reins of my life and can take care of myself,” Sokol expressed on social media.
Reinserta’s Perspective
The organization Reinserta, which works for children’s rights in contact with violence, called the ruling a historic reclamation that protects children through justice. In a statement, they highlighted the decision as a crucial moment in legal terms since it acknowledges that the consequences of abuse do not disappear over time and victims do not denounce when the law requires, but when they feel ready, safe, and supported.
Reinserta stressed the importance of adapting the justice system to victims’ reality, not the other way around. They also urged implementing strategies like unified interviews, allowing children to share their stories once in safe emotional conditions.
Key Questions and Answers
- What was the SCJN ruling about? The Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation (SCJN) decided that acts of sexual violence against children, minors, and adolescents are imprescriptible.
- Who were the parties involved in this case? The case was between singer Sasha Sokol and producer Luis de Llano, with Sokol alleging sexual abuse when she was 14.
- What did the ruling affirm? The court confirmed that civil actions for damages resulting from child sexual abuse do not lose relevance over time.
- How does this ruling impact victims? This decision acknowledges the time necessary for victims to process events, understand harm suffered, and find conditions to denounce.
- What did Reinserta say about the ruling? Reinserta called it a historic reclamation protecting children through justice, emphasizing the importance of adapting the system to victims’ reality.
