Colombia’s Supreme Court has ruled in favor of an employer who dismissed an employee for failing to adequately justify the use of 100 million pesos withdrawn from their severance fund (cesantías). The court affirmed that early withdrawals from cesantías are permitted only for legally authorized purposes. Both the employee and employer share the responsibility of verifying the legitimate use of these funds. This decision underscores the importance of proper documentation and transparency when accessing severance pay. The ruling serves as a warning to employees regarding the appropriate use of cesantías and highlights employers’ rights to safeguard their interests. Failure to comply with regulations governing cesantías withdrawals can result in disciplinary action, including termination of employment. The court emphasized adherence to established labor laws in these financial transactions.