Colombia’s National Registry Office (Registraduría) has rejected a complaint filed by President Gustavo Petro regarding alleged flaws in the E-14 voting forms. The complaint centered on concerns about the “hash lock” mechanism, a security feature intended to prevent tampering. The Registraduría stated that this mechanism was not removed or altered, effectively dismissing the president’s allegations. This decision follows scrutiny of the recent regional elections and ongoing political tensions between Petro’s administration and electoral authorities. The Registraduría maintains the integrity of the voting process and the security measures in place. Further details regarding the specific nature of Petro’s complaint and the Registraduría’s full response have not been widely released. This incident raises questions about trust in the electoral system ahead of future votes.