Judith Rodríguez: Quintana Roo’s First Federal Magistrate

Chetumal, Mexico — Judith Rodríguez Villanueva, a native of Chetumal, has made history by becoming the first woman born in Quintana Roo to be elected as a Federal Magistrate of Circuit. Rodríguez secured her position with 86,367 votes in the recent electoral process to integrate the Federal Judiciary.

A Historic Appointment

Rodríguez will join the Twenty-Seventh Collegiate Circuit Court, composed of eight newly elected magistrates—four women and four men. These officials, chosen by popular vote, will serve a nine-year term beginning September 1, when they are formally sworn in before the Mexican Senate.

At 45 years old, Rodríguez brings over two decades of public service experience to the role. She currently serves as Undersecretary of Legal Affairs for the Quintana Roo State Government, where she has worked to strengthen the state’s legal framework and improve access to justice for citizens.

Her election marks a significant milestone for gender representation in the federal judiciary, as she is the only magistrate in the incoming cohort with roots and permanent residency in Quintana Roo.

Commitment to Justice

In a statement following her victory, Rodríguez reaffirmed her dedication to upholding justice and protecting the rights of Quintana Roo residents.

“I will continue working in favor of justice and the protection of the rights of all Quintana Roo citizens,” she said, emphasizing the historic nature of her appointment for women in the state’s legal sector.

Her selection underscores both her professional achievements and the growing recognition of regional legal experts in Mexico’s federal judicial system.