By Liezelle Soriano
MANILA — More than three hundred (300) female inmates or persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) received free legal and medical services from the Department of Justice (DOJ).
The initiative was led by the DOJ Action Center (DOJAC) in partnership with the Integrated Bar of the Philippines – Rizal-San Juan-Mandaluyong (IBP-RSM) Chapter, headed by Atty. Jam Ibanez, and the Legal Aid Society of the Philippines, led by Atty. Joseph Migrino. Volunteer paralegals from the Philippine Law School (PLS) also participated.
“Real justice is never confined within the boundaries of law. Instead, it is extended with utmost compassion until it touches the hearts of people, especially those who have less in life,” said Justice Secretary Boying Remulla.
“To our fellow Filipinos undergoing reformation, please bear in mind that this government is committed to protecting and safeguarding your rights. Accept this simple token of appreciation for your perseverance. I wish all of you a Merry and meaningful Christmas,” Remulla added.
According to the DOJ, the activity is part of the Katarungan Caravan overseen by DOJAC Program Director Joan Carla Guevarra.
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By Liezelle Soriano
MANILA — Justice Secretary Boying Remulla commended on Monday (07 Oct 2024) the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) for revoking the passport of dismissed Bamban Mayor Alice Guo.
The DFA stated that the cancellation was in accordance with Republic Act No. 11983, also known as the “New Philippine Passport Act.”
“DFA’s decisive call to revoke the passport of Guo undoubtedly opened the doors to justice. This marks the beginning of a relentless pursuit to ensure accountability and uphold the rule of law,” Remulla emphasized.
“Rest assured, your efforts won’t be in vain. We will prosecute this case to the fullest until justice is served,” he added in his message to the DFA.
This follows a National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) report confirming that Alice Guo’s biometrics perfectly matched those of a certain Guo Hua Ping.
The DFA explained that a passport may be canceled if acquired through fraud, tampered with, or issued erroneously, as provided by the law. They emphasized that this particular case falls under these provisions.
Despite the revocation, Guo’s camp announced that the former mayor still intends to file her Certificate of Candidacy for mayor in Tarlac.
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By Liezelle Soriano
MANILA — Justice Secretary Boying Remulla stated that the Department of Justice (DOJ) may oppose the Certificate of Candidacy of dismissed Bamban Mayor Alice Guo.
Remulla made this statement after Guo’s legal counsel, Atty. Stephen David, disclosed that his client will be filing her COC on October 8 (Tuesday).
“We’ll cross that bridge when we get there. Why not? We may oppose; we might as well oppose,” the DOJ chief said.
However, Remulla believes that Guo has no right to run for office as she is not a Filipino.
“I wouldn’t say it’s her right because she’s not Filipino and she bears falsified documents,” he said.
On Friday, Senate Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada stated that fake Filipinos do not have the right to run for public office.
“Karapatan ng kahit na sinong Filipino ang iprisinta ang sarili sa taumbayan para manilbihan bilang isang lingkod bayan. Ang pribilehiyong ito na nakasaad sa ating Konstitusyon ay para lamang sa ating mga kapwa at hindi kailanman maaaring ibigay sa mga pekeng Filipino,” the senator said.
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