Electronic notifications in civil proceedings: Analysis of their implementation in the Courts of First Instance of Caaguazú, Paraguay

Abstract

This research aimed to analyze the effectiveness of the implementation of electronic notifications in the Civil and Commercial Courts of First Instance of Caaguazú, Paraguay, during the year 2025. A quantitative approach was adopted, with a non-experimental, cross-sectional design and descriptive scope. The sample consisted of 175 practicing attorneys registered with the local Bar Association, selected through simple random

probability sampling from a population of 320 professionals, with a 95 % confidence level and a 5 % margin of error. The instrument was a structured questionnaire using a Likert-type scale, validated by expert judgment. Findings show that the vast majority of practitioners hold a positive perception of the implementation, emphasizing its contribution to procedural celerity, reduction of time and costs, the shift toward paperless proceedings, and compliance with due process. Nevertheless, limitations were identified regarding internet connectivity, training of judicial operators, and the lack of direct client access to the electronic case file. It is concluded that electronic notifications represent a substantive advance toward a more efficient justice system, although their consolidation requires sustained policies promoting digital inclusion and technological strengthening.