A former prosecutor, Esteban Aguilar Vargas, brother of Costa Rica’s Minister of Justice and Peace, Gabriel Aguilar Vargas, has secured a third public sector position. This appointment occurred less than 14 months after Aguilar Vargas resigned from the Prosecutor’s Office following internal disputes with superiors. The new position carries a salary of 4.2 million colones (approximately $7,300 USD). The timing and familial connection to a high-ranking government official are raising questions about potential influence and nepotism. Details regarding the specific role and selection process have not been widely publicized. This follows previous appointments to public sector roles for Aguilar Vargas after leaving the Prosecutor’s Office. The situation is drawing scrutiny from observers concerned about transparency and fairness in government hiring practices.