He Judiciary bannedthrough circular 03-2026, intake of food and liquids (including water) in the courtrooms and meeting rooms. However, now he backtracked on the decision.
In response to a query The Nation, The Judiciary explained that this same Thursday the circular was modified making the exception that pure water will be allowed, in transparent plastic containers.
“Each trial court will take and inform users of any different measure it considers relevant. regarding this issue, in response to security criteria and recommendations provided by the OIJ Protection Unit or the Security Department of the Judiciary,” they added in a statement.
The entity stressed that it implemented these measures “for security reasons“The original measure sparked criticism among lawyers and users who attend its facilities.
Circular 03-2026 had been issued on March 20, 2026, signed by Esteban Solano Alvarado, regional administrator of the I and III Judicial Circuit of San José.
The circular of March 20 said: “It is emphasized that, since there is a restriction on consuming these inside the rooms, The entry of bottles or other containers or packaging that may contain food or liquid drinks (including water) is not permitted.to the same ones.”
In addition to security, it was emphasized that the decision was made to protect the useful life of institutional assets, as well as the care of the facilities.
“He Security Department will provide collaboration in verifying that the provisions of this circular are complied with,” the document closed, adding that the effects would be evaluated.
