Judicial evidence and its difficulties in the administration of justice: A systematic review

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Juan Pablo Marcelino Olano Tantalean
Nilton Isaias Cueva Quezada
Julia Jacinta Ortiz Herbay

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This article presents a study of judicial evidence and its challenges in the administration of justice, focusing on the theoretical and doctrinal aspects of law, with an emphasis on the evaluation of judicial evidence. The objective was to analyze the role of judicial evidence from various doctrinal perspectives, identifying shortcomings and difficulties in its evaluation; to examine its impact on the administration of justice; and to verify whether an incorrect evaluation generates social rejection in high-profile cases. The materials and methods employed in this research were a systematic review using the PRISMA methodology and a qualitative approach. Data collection was carried out using the SCOPUS database from 2022 to 2024. The results show that safeguarding professional secrecy generates conflicts of guarantees in the process; the evaluation of evidence and the mediation of processes depend on communication and respect; the use of software does not always guarantee a fair process; and regulatory frameworks should focus on mutual cooperation at the international level, using the Palermo, Vienna, and Mérida international treaties as legal tools. In conclusion, judicial evidence, also known as court evidence, is a central element in decision-making within the judicial systems of various countries. Over time, its nature has evolved, incorporating not only traditional evidence such as testimony and expert opinion, but also technological tools such as the use of specialized software and artificial intelligence. However, external pressure and acts of corruption affect the administration of justice

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Olano Tantalean , J. P. M., Cueva Quezada, N. I. ., & Ortiz Herbay , J. J. . (2026). Judicial evidence and its difficulties in the administration of justice: A systematic review. Aula Virtual, 7(14), 22-43. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18595982
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