Control judicial responsivo en la Corte Interamericana: un análisis desde la perspectiva del caso Petro Urrego vs. Colombia

Rosalind Dixon’s Responsive Judicial Review Theory offers valuable insights into how courts navigate their complex relationship with democracy. This paper broadens the discussion to the international level, exploring some of the advantages that regional tribunals, such as the Inter-American Court of Human Rights, can gain from the responsive approaches promoted by Dixon. The analysis centers on the case of Petro Urrego v. Colombia. Additionally, it examines the interaction between the Inter-American Court and Colombian political and judicial actors, highlighting aspects of the theory that could benefit from further refinement. Instead of expressing disagreement with the decision in this case, I will problematize the approach and highlight the dilemmas it entails in light of the RJR theory.