# Bolivian political stability and state of exception

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/bolivian-political-stability-and-state-of-exception
> Updated: 2026-09-11T01:00:07.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Bolivian political tensions have centered on the maintenance of a state of exception and the legal standing of former President Evo Morales. Defense Minister Ernesto Justiniano called on Morales to face the judiciary to prevent potential violence, accusing him of attempting to politicize social movements and sectoral protests.

As the state of exception—originally implemented in June to address road closures and restore order—approached its September expiration, the Plural Justice Commission of the Chamber of Deputies approved a resolution to extend the measure for an additional 90 days. Proponents argue the extension is necessary to prevent social unrest and protect economic stability. However, opposition leader Jorge Quiroga has criticized the move, stating that the prolonged state of exception prevents the processing of critical constitutional reforms required to address issues of autonomy and justice.

## Claims

- Jorge Quiroga argued that extending the state of exception would delay essential constitutional reforms. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The current state of exception has been in effect since June 20 and is scheduled to expire on September 20. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The Plural Justice Commission of the Chamber of Deputies approved a project to extend the current state of exception by 90 days. (single source)
- Deputy Alejandro Medinaceli stated the extension is intended to prevent new social mobilizations that could disrupt economic reactivation. (single source)
- Under Article 140, paragraph III of the Constitution, constitutional reforms cannot be conducted while a state of exception is active. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-11: Bolivia Chamber of Deputies approves extension of state of exception

Bolivia's Chamber of Deputies has approved a 90-day extension to the state of exception, a move critics like Jorge Quiroga say will block essential constitutional reforms.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bolivia-chamber-of-deputies-approves-extension-of-state-of-exception

### 2026-09-03: Bolivia Defense Minister urges Evo Morales to face justice

Bolivian Defense Minister Ernesto Justiniano urged Evo Morales to face justice to avoid violence and advocated for extending the country's state of exception to maintain stability.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bolivia-defense-minister-urges-evo-morales-to-face-justice

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