The Santiago Court of Appeals has ordered the dismissal of Álvaro González, the head of Santiago's 42nd Notary Office. The court justified the measure after uncovering serious irregularities in the performance of his notarial duties.
The ruling determined that González demonstrated poor performance that violated the principles of discipline and diligence. The decision follows findings that at least eight public deeds were validated using falsified information.
According to the evidence presented, the notary failed to conduct proper identity checks on individuals appearing at his office. This oversight allowed individuals to impersonate others to execute various legal documents.
Failure to Meet Legal Duties
The Santiago Court's decision is based on the notary's failure to meet the standards required of an officer of the court. According to reports fromLa Tercera, the court ruled that the professional failed to uphold his fundamental obligations.
The appellate court was emphatic regarding the consequences of his management. "Mr. González's performance is deficient and conflicts with the discipline and diligence required of officers of the administration of justice," the ruling stated.
The judicial sentence emphasizes that such officials are expected to perform their duties with irreproachable conduct. The court document demands strict adherence to official duties and total compliance with current regulations.
The failure to verify signatures and the identity of those appearing before the notary lies at the heart of the professional misconduct. The court found that the lack of rigor in document review allowed fraudulent acts to be carried out under the notary's seal of public trust.
The Santiago Court emphasized that the work of judicial officers must be governed by absolute respect for their duties. The ruling notes that these professionals are expected to carry out their work with respectful conduct and strict adherence to the regulations governing their activities.
