Influencia de los medios de comunicación en relación con el pensamiento de los colombianos y el derecho penal

Abstract

This article analyzes the role played by the media in the criminal process and how its use affects the principle of publicity in the framework of justice. In an era profoundly marked by digitalization and the immediacy of information, the media has become a key tool not only to inform, but also to shape society's perception of criminal justice. The principle of publicity ensures that criminal proceedings are accessible to the public, allowing social scrutiny and monitoring of judicial proceedings. However, in a media context, this principle faces new challenges since the way in which information regarding criminal cases is shared can strengthen the relationship between the community and justice, but it can also distort the reality of the process if it is not handled responsibly. The analysis between the media and criminal justice is not only necessary to understand how society relates to the judicial system, but also to clarify these limits to ensure an adequate use of public information. In this way, progress can be made in building a more solid trust between the community and the justice system, guaranteeing the end of this principle of publicity and communication.