The situation was so unique that the normally unflappable president of the Supreme Court, Luis Paulino Mora, appeared uncertain of how to go about treating it and called a meeting of top Judges this week.

Judge Priscilla Quiros had submitted a letter to Mora last week in which she accused a fellow Judge, Oscar Gonzalez, of sexual and workplace harassment.

The closed door meeting Monday decided to name a panel to investigate the complaint to be headed by Judge Jesus Ramirez. Judge Gonzalez released a statement through the court’s press office saying that rules prevent him from commenting on the case.

“Before said body and before the court, I exercise my constitutional right to a defense,” read the Gonzalez statement, “and in light of the process and duty of confidentiality… I abstain from making declarations at this moment.”

Both Judges belong to the same business court committee of which Gonzalez is chairman. For now, the accused Judge will continue presiding in cases.

Gonzalez, a distinguished magistrate for 10 years, has a doctorate in administrative law from a University in Madrid, Spain. He has worked 30 years in public service.

Judge Quiros, 38, commented to La Nacion Tuesday that her accusation against Gonzalez “is not only for sexual harassment but also for matters of violence.” She refused to add details.

But she did clarify one detail. She said the alleged harassment stemmed from years before when she and the accused had terminated a sentimental relationship. She implied that physical aggression still continues.

Despite the obvious discomfort the case presents to the court system, Mora made clear that “the law applies equally to all.” He added, “It’s a complaint, doubtless, that affects the institution and despite the fact that it involves a colleague, the Court has demonstrated that it can exercise a disciplined regimen on its magistrates when required.”