Percepciones y conocimientos de abogados/as y psicólogos/as peritos acreditados por el Consejo de la Judicatura sobre el perfil psico jurídico del feminicida, Zona 6 -Ecuador en el año 2024

Abstract

This qualitative study, with a phenomenological approach, aimed to explore the perspectives of court-accredited lawyers and psychologists in Ecuador’s Zone 6 regarding the psycho-legal profile of the femicide perpetrator in 2024. Specifically, it sought to: (1) investigate the experiences of forensic lawyers in femicide cases and their influence on the perception of the aggressor, and (2) explore the methodologies and tools used by forensic psychologists to assess such profiles. Through semi-structured interviews, the research identified common characteristics among perpetrators, such as emotional dysregulation, impulsivity, and prior histories of violence in intimate relationships. Additionally, sociocultural factors—such as the normalization of gender violence and patriarchal beliefs—were shown to influence the development of violent behaviors. The findings highlight the importance of interdisciplinary articulation between legal and psychological fields to strengthen forensic evaluations and achieve a comprehensive understanding of femicide. Moreover, structural shortcomings were identified, including institutional revictimization and limited gender-sensitive training among justice system operators. These results emphasize the relevance of incorporating a gender perspective in forensic assessments and promoting institutional reforms that contribute to the prevention of gender-based lethal violence.