God's judge' resigns in Argentina
Briefly

Julieta Makintach, a judge in the Maradona negligence case, resigned after being implicated in a scandal involving unauthorized filming of court proceedings for a documentary project. The footage was intended for a series titled 'Divine Justice,' positioning Makintach as the star. This breach of protocol has led to a mistrial, and she faces multiple complaints. Resigning allows for potential criminal charges without her judicial immunity, with calls for arrest from attorneys representing Maradona's family. Her resignation aims to restore some public confidence in the judicial system following the controversy.
Makintach's resignation comes amid scandal over unauthorized filming of Maradona trial for a documentary, raising questions about judicial integrity and public trust.
In her resignation, Judge Makintach expressed a desire to mitigate the damage to public confidence in the judiciary due to the ongoing scandal.
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