Document Falsification

Public Prosecutor Rejects Villamorey's Attempt to Obstruct Legal Proceedings

Litigation
CC. 202200076373
Court
Division of Crimes Against Public Faith
Public Prosecutor's Office
Panama
Plaintiffs
Villamorey, S.A.
Defendants
Lisa, S.A.

Summary

On September 30, 2024, the Public Ministry of Panama closed a criminal investigation for alleged document forgery against Lisa, S.A., filed by Villamorey, S.A.’s representative. The case stemmed from a sworn statement submitted during a 2022 civil enforcement proceeding involving over $51 million.

The Prosecutor concluded that there was no evidence of falsification or deceit. Although the facts could suggest a false declaration under Article 366 of the Penal Code, the investigation found Lisa, S.A. used addresses known to both parties and followed proper notification procedures. The case was provisionally dismissed under Article 275 of the Criminal Procedure Code.

Timeline

September 30, 2024

Prosecutor closed forgery case against Lisa, S.A.

Panama’s Public Ministry found no crime in Lisa, S.A.’s sworn statement and closed the case.

Provisional Dismissal No. 362
Public Prosecutor | September 30, 2024