Lcda. Yoreilie Velázquez Ferrer como Fiscal Auxiliar I del Departamento de Justicia.

2025-2028 Session

Designation of Yoreilie Velázquez Ferrer as Fiscal Auxiliar I in the Puerto Rico Department of Justice.

Notificado a la Gobernadora

Summary of NM 416 (Session 2025-2028) — Jurisdiction: Puerto Rico

Main purpose and intent

The bill proposes the designation/appointment of Lcda. Yoreilie Velázquez Ferrer as a Fiscal Auxiliar I (Auxiliary Prosecutor I) within the Puerto Rico Department of Justice.

The action is framed as a formal nomination by the Governor of Puerto Rico, with submission to and consent from the Senate of Puerto Rico.

Key provisions and changes

Appointment: Creates or formalizes the position of Fiscal Auxiliar I for Lcda. Yoreilie Velázquez Ferrer, effectively naming her to the role within the Department of Justice.

Authority and role (implied): As a Fiscal Auxiliar I, Velázquez Ferrer would operate under the Department of Justice to assist in prosecutorial functions. The exact duties, scope of authority, and supervisory structure are not specified in the text provided, but typically include assisting prosecutors, handling certain casework, and supporting legal proceedings at the appropriate level.

Who or what would be affected

Primary beneficiary: Lcda. Yoreilie Velázquez Ferrer, who would be designated to the position of Fiscal Auxiliar I.

The Department of Justice (DOJ) of Puerto Rico: Receives the staffing enhancement or official designation within its prosecutorial team.

The Senate of Puerto Rico: Responsible for reviewing and granting consent to the nomination.

Potential impacts on cases and operations: Depending on the existing staffing and caseload, this designation could affect the DOJ’s capacity to prosecute cases, manage workloads, and allocate resources.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Nomination date: The action history indicates the nomination occurred on May 29, 2026.

Senate referral: The bill has been referred to appropriate Senate committees for consideration as of May 29, 2026.

Confirmation process: The standard process would involve committee review, potential hearings, and a Senate vote to consent to the appointment.

Legislative status: At the time of the provided text, the bill is in the nomination/consent stage and has not yet been enacted into law.

Additional notes

The document appears to be a formal gubernatorial letter of nomination, rather than a full legislative bill text with extensive provisions. The core content centers on the appointment of a specific individual to a DOJ prosecutorial position.

No specific salary, term length, or duties are enumerated in the available excerpt. If enacted, those details would typically be defined in accompanying statutes or administrative regulations.

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