28.Strengthen the legal framework to ensure the inclusion of objective criteria for the pre-selection, election, and appointment of judicial authorities of the courts and the Judicial Council, considering citizen participation and transparency, as well as independent external audits. The state must guarantee that the selection processes are carried out within the constitutionally prescribed times and modalities to avoid extensions of mandates. This is essential for building citizens' trust in the justice system and democratic institutions, as well as safeguarding democratic institutional political processes.