El Sistema Informático Notarial y el impedimento de aplicación del descuento de aplicación a los grupos de atención prioritaria en el Ecuador.

Abstract

This dissertation addresses the challenges arising from the Notarial Information System in Ecuador, particularly regarding the failure to implement legally mandated discounts for priority care groups, including senior citizens, persons with disabilities, and other vulnerable sectors protected under national legislation. Although Ecuadorian law guarantees economic benefits for these groups, a systemic malfunction within the notarial platform has hindered the proper application of such discounts, resulting in a violation of rights and a breach of statutory obligations. The research examines the legal framework that establishes the duty to grant these benefits and analyzes the institutional role of notaries and the registry system in safeguarding citizens’ rights. It also evaluates the practical consequences of the technological deficiency in both legal and social contexts and proposes solutions aimed at the modernization, oversight, and improvement of notarial information systems. The findings highlight that technological reliability is essential to ensure legal certainty and equitable access to notarial services; therefore, the study recommends the implementation of effective digital control and auditing mechanisms to guarantee the correct application of discounts and to prevent technical failures from becoming barriers to the full exercise of rights by priority care groups. Ultimately, the problem reflects not only a technical deficiency but also an institutional and administrative challenge for Ecuador’s notarial and registry system, as the lack of timely solutions undermines public trust in notarial services and demonstrates the need for a comprehensive policy that integrates technological innovation, continuous training for legal professionals, an