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NM 438

Hon. Carlos Javier Capó Hernández como Juez Superior del Tribunal de Primera Instancia, en ascenso.

2025-2028 Session

Nominates Hon. Carlos Javier Capó Hernández for elevation to Juez Superior del Tribunal de Primera Instancia, subject to Senate advice and consent.

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Bill Summary · NM 438

Overview

  • Bill: NM 438
  • Session: 2025-2028
  • Jurisdiction: Puerto Rico
  • Title: Hon. Carlos Javier Capó Hernández como Juez Superior del Tribunal de Primera Instancia, en ascenso
  • Purpose: Nomination and ascension of Hon. Carlos Javier Capó Hernández to a higher judicial position ( ascent/appointment as Juez Superior del Tribunal de Primera Instancia)

Main Purpose and Intent

  • The bill formalizes the nomination and seeks the advice and consent of the Senate of Puerto Rico for the elevation of a sitting or prospective judge, Hon. Carlos Javier Capó Hernández, to the position of Juez Superior del Tribunal de Primera Instancia (Senior/High Judge of the Trial Court).
  • It is presented as a constitutional/legal compliance action to advance a judicial appointment within Puerto Rico’s judicial system.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Appointment Action: Sets forth the nomination of Hon. Carlos Javier Capó Hernández for a promotion/ascension to the rank of Juez Superior del Tribunal de Primera Instancia.
  • Consent Process: Requires consideration and consent from the Senate of Puerto Rico, per constitutional and legal procedures for judicial appointments.
  • Official Communication: The nomination is accompanied by formal correspondence from the Governor (Fortaleza) and is dated June 15, 2026, indicating an official executive-branch submission to the legislative branch.
  • Reference to Procedure: Action history indicates the bill was nominated on 2026-06-15 and referred to appropriate Senate committees for evaluation.

Who/What Is Affected

  • Individual: Hon. Carlos Javier Capó Hernández (the proposed appointee).
  • Institution: Juez Superior del Tribunal de Primera Instancia (Senior Judge of the Trial Court) within Puerto Rico’s judiciary.
  • Government Branches: Executive branch (nominating authority) and Legislative branch (Senate of Puerto Rico, which provides advice and consent).

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Nomination Date: 2026-06-15 (as recorded in the action history).
  • Legislative Step: Referred to Senate committees for review and consideration.
  • Next Steps: Senate committees would evaluate the nomination, followed by debates, and then a full Senate vote or consent as required by law.

Potential Impact

  • Judicial Leadership: Elevation of Hon. Capó Hernández to a higher court role can affect caseload management, judicial leadership, and jurisprudence within the Puerto Rico judiciary.
  • System Continuity: Aligns with standard constitutional processes for senior judicial appointments, ensuring checks and balances between the executive nomination and legislative consent.
  • Public Accountability: Senate review provides oversight and a public confirmation process for high-level judicial appointments.

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Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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