Mexico’s Supreme Court Issues New deadline for Sonora Congress on Transgender Rights Reform
Mexico City – Mexico’s Supreme Court of Justice (SCJN) has issued a new 90-day deadline for the Congress of Sonora to report on progress toward enacting reforms that guarantee legal procedures respecting the gender identity of transgender children and adolescents. The ruling, announced today, comes with a warning that continued inaction coudl lead to sanctions, including potential removal from office or legal action against responsible parties.
The SCJN initially ruled in favor of protecting gender identity, recognizing the rights of trans youth to legal recognition without undue delay. While acknowledging some progress by the Sonora Congress, the court cautioned that the legislative process cannot be prolonged indefinitely. This decision underscores a growing national movement toward greater inclusivity and legal protections for LGBTQ+ individuals in Mexico, and specifically addresses a critical gap in rights for transgender youth in the state of Sonora.
The court’s statement indicated that, due to the complexities of the legislative process, sanctions were not promptly imposed. However, the SCJN made it clear that “definitive non-compliance could lead to measures such as removal from office or the consignment of the responsible persons before a district judge.”
The 90-day period begins with the commencement of the next session period for the sonora Congress. The SCJN aims to ensure trans children and adolescents have access to procedures that fully recognize their rights and identities, free from unnecessary obstacles. The ruling reflects a broader effort to align state laws with the principles of non-discrimination and human rights established by the Mexican Constitution and international legal standards.
