THE THEORY OF WEIGHTING IN ROBERT ALEXY, AN APPROACH TO EQUITY IN THE ELECTORAL CONTEST IN MEXICO
Aim. Based on the theory of legal reasoning by Robert Alexi, in which weighing serves as a tool for resolving conflicts between legal principles, to reveal the significance of the principle of proportionality in legal regulation.Methodology. The study used general scientific methods: (analysis and synthesis) and private scientific (historical, formal legal and comparative legal).Results. The application of the weighting method or proportionality principle in Mexican law is not unprecedented, although it is used indefinitely in Mexico. The reference to weighting and principles is brief and has lost its primary meaning in the course of evolutionary development. It has only been applied in electoral matters on two occasions by different Mexican courts. It is concluded that it is necessary to apply the principle of proportionality in electoral disputes, including in the event of deregistration of a local political party.Research implications. The conclusions made in the course of the study are aimed at improving legislation and law enforcement practice.