Overview

• Judge Julieta Makintach stepped down following revelations she participated in an unauthorized documentary, prompting recusal motions from defense lawyers.
• The trial has been suspended since last week amid allegations of influence peddling and a breach of judicial duty related to courtroom filming.
• Seven doctors, nurses and a psychologist face charges of homicide with possible intent over Diego Maradona’s 2020 at-home care, carrying 8 to 25-year prison terms if convicted.
• Maradona’s family has urged the court to keep the case alive after 19 hearings and testimony from 44 witnesses on gross medical negligence.
• The San Isidro court must now determine whether to replace Makintach and resume or void the trial and start anew with a full panel of judges.