Gloria Trevi Gains Legal Ground in Ongoing Sex Cult Lawsuit

Gloria Trevi recently achieved a significant procedural victory in her ongoing legal battle, as a Los Angeles County judge granted her request to compel testimony from witnesses residing in Mexico. The ruling allows Trevi’s legal team to facilitate depositions before Mexican judges, a move intended to bolster her defense against allegations that she participated in a child sex ring.

Judge Jared D. Moses, presiding over the case, ordered that Trevi’s attorneys must coordinate closely with the legal representatives for the four Jane Doe plaintiffs. These plaintiffs have accused the singer of involvement in an alleged sex cult orchestrated by her former manager, Sergio Andrade. Trevi has consistently and vehemently denied these allegations.

The legal maneuver has sparked concern among the plaintiffs’ supporters. Karen Menzies, lead counsel for the Jane Does, expressed apprehension regarding the involvement of the Mexican court system. Menzies argued that the process could potentially intimidate witnesses and disrupt the scheduled October 20 trial date. During the hearing, she noted that several witnesses had already agreed to testify voluntarily, rendering the formal involvement of Mexican authorities unnecessary and potentially detrimental to the plaintiffs’ ability to conduct effective cross-examination.

“I don’t think the Jane Does will get justice if the courts in Mexico are involved,” said Modesta Lopez, a supporter of the plaintiffs, following the hearing. “This will silence them and delay the case.”

Trevi’s defense team, however, maintains that the international discovery process is essential for her exoneration. Camille Vasquez, one of Trevi’s attorneys, stated that the team is pleased with the court’s decision, emphasizing that this international discovery is a critical component in clearing the singer’s name. Trevi herself has previously filed a cross-complaint, asserting that she was also a victim of abuse by Andrade and that the plaintiffs are aware of her history as a survivor.

The case, which stems from a 2022 lawsuit filed during a temporary window that lifted the statute of limitations for childhood sex abuse claims in California, remains complex. As the legal teams prepare for the next phase of discovery, Judge Moses has indicated that the current trial date may be subject to change given the logistical challenges of coordinating international testimony. A follow-up hearing is scheduled for July to assess the progress of these depositions.