Judge Overturns Quarry Closure Due to Municipal Legal Errors Amidst Resident Protests

The Municipal Legal Advisory's handling of the Roca Negra quarry closure has been called into question, with the judge citing significant procedural errors. This decision by the judge of Municipal Offenses, María Luisa Martínez, effectively nullifies the urgent measure previously imposed by the Mayor's Office. The core of the issue lies in the failure of the Legal Advisory, led by lawyer Juan Domingo Silvero, to adhere to legal timelines, specifically by not submitting the necessary case files to the court within the stipulated 48 hours. This oversight, deemed a "substantial and irreparable defect" by the court, undermines the validity of the closure order. The situation escalated following complaints from residents of the Santa Inés neighborhood, who reported that quarry explosions were causing structural damage to their homes. These concerns, amplified by a recent detonation on April 22, led to protests and demands for the quarry's operations to cease in the urban area. The judge's ruling highlights a disconnect between the municipal administration's actions and the legal framework governing such matters, leaving residents' concerns about safety and property damage unresolved for now.

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inexplicable irregularities in the process in charge of the Municipal Legal Advisory