Accountability of Public Officials

Fernández Zubia Law Firm

If you were affected by acts of corruption, negligence, or abuse of power by an authority, you have the right to demand justice. Our team of lawyers specializing in Public Officials Liability advises you on how to begin the corresponding legal proceedings and defend your rights.

What Is the Liability of Public Servants in Mexico?

The liability of public servants refers to the legal, administrative, and ethical obligations that those who perform public functions must comply with. It includes sanctions for corruption, negligence, abuse of power, or failure to comply with the law, ensuring that officials answer for their actions before citizens and the State.

Experience and results that back us

Representation of citizens and companies in complaints for corruption and abuse of authority. Successful cases in administrative and judicial proceedings against public servants. Recognition for solid legal strategies and defense of fundamental rights.

In what situations does the liability of public servants apply?

Acts of corruption or illicit enrichment. Negligence or failure to carry out official duties. Abuse of power and violation of fundamental rights. Diversion of public resources or conflicts of interest.

Why choose us as your lawyers in Public Servants' Liability?

Specialized knowledge of the General Law of Administrative Responsibilities. Experience in administrative, criminal, and internal control proceedings. Legal strategies focused on obtaining sanctions and compensation for damages. Comprehensive support in complaint and litigation processes.

Key areas within the liability of public servants

At our firm, we provide advice and representation in: Complaints for acts of corruption and abuse of power. Sanctioning administrative proceedings. Political and criminal proceedings against public servants. Defense of private parties' rights against abusive authorities.

Demand justice against abuses by public officials

At Fernández Zubia Abogados, we have a team of lawyers specialized in the liability of public servants in Mexico, with extensive experience in defending citizens and companies against improper conduct by authorities.


Frequently Asked Questions

What sanctions can be imposed on a public servant?

They can range from administrative reprimands to disqualification, financial sanctions, or criminal proceedings.

Who can file a complaint against a public servant?

Any individual or legal entity that has been affected by irregular acts by an authority.

Which authority investigates public servants in Mexico?

The Ministry of Public Administration, internal control bodies, and, in serious cases, administrative or criminal courts.

What is the difference between administrative and criminal liability?

Administrative liability applies for failure to comply with duties; criminal liability applies for the commission of crimes such as corruption or abuse of authority.

How long do I have to report a public servant?

It depends on the type of offense, but generally you must do so within one year from the date it occurred or from when you became aware of it.

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You took part in a public tender, met the requirements, submitted your proposal, and still were left out. Or worse: the solicitation included conditions that made it impossible to compete on equal terms. What can you do?

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SAT electronic review: what it is, how it works, and how to respond to it

One ordinary day, you open your email and find a message from the SAT letting you know that you have a notification in your Tax Mailbox. It’s not spam. It’s not a mistake. It’s the beginning of an electronic audit, and if you don’t know how to act, the clock has already started ticking against you.

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One ordinary day, you open your email and find a message from the SAT letting you know that you have a notification in your Tax Mailbox. It’s not spam. It’s not a mistake. It’s the beginning of an electronic audit, and if you don’t know how to act, the clock has already started ticking against you.

Silencio administrativo en México: qué pasa si la autoridad no responde tu solicitud

En México, el silencio de la autoridad ante una petición no es un vacío jurídico. Es una situación que la ley prevé expresamente, y que activa un mecanismo con consecuencias concretas: la negativa ficta, que se presume una resolución desfavorable, o en casos específicos la afirmativa ficta, que equivale a una resolución positiva. Ambas figuras nacen del silencio administrativo y ambas abren puertas legales que el particular puede —y en muchos casos debe— aprovechar.

Silencio administrativo en México: qué pasa si la autoridad no responde tu solicitud

En México, el silencio de la autoridad ante una petición no es un vacío jurídico. Es una situación que la ley prevé expresamente, y que activa un mecanismo con consecuencias concretas: la negativa ficta, que se presume una resolución desfavorable, o en casos específicos la afirmativa ficta, que equivale a una resolución positiva. Ambas figuras nacen del silencio administrativo y ambas abren puertas legales que el particular puede —y en muchos casos debe— aprovechar.

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What types of companies need regulatory legal counsel?
What to do if the SAT freezes your company's bank accounts?
How to determine if a bidding process was unfair or contestable?