By Liezelle Soriano
MANILA — The Department of Justice (DOJ) has pledged its full support in allying with the Philippine National Police (PNP) to ensure the quality of cases filed.
The DOJ made this statement following the PNP’s decision to form committees that will thoroughly review cases they have filed before the courts, which were eventually dismissed.
Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla welcomed the PNP’s initiative to create such committees, committing that the DOJ will collaborate with the PNP to “bridge the gaps.”
“Our prosecutors will take a proactive role in case build-up, ensuring that no stone is left unturned,” he added.
Under Department Circular No. 20, series of 2023, prosecutors are directed to be proactive in case build-up, equipping them with the expertise necessary to establish a strong prima facie case, supported by actual evidence, witnesses, and documents.
“The collaborative efforts of the DOJ and the PNP will safeguard the innocent while bringing perpetrators to justice. Evidence planting and case fabrication have no place; they are, and never will be, allowed in this administration. Legal processes will be in place to ensure that justice is served to those to whom it is due,” Remulla stressed.
(el Amigo/MNM)
