Philippines Supreme Court ‘trampled upon principles of criminal law and procedure,’ says SolGen

Motion for reconsideration to be filed against SC ruling on “Batasan 6″

The Department of Justice (DOJ) was saddened and apprehensive with the recent 23-page ruling of the Supreme Court dismissing the rebellion case against six party-list representatives dubbed the “Batasan 6″ and their co-accused, who purportedly conspired in an armed revolt to overthrow the government.

According to the DOJ, the dismissal is fraught with far-reaching and adverse consequences on our criminal justice system. Thus, through the Solicitor General, the DOJ will file a motion for reconsideration.
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