No sanctuary: Why SC denied Sen. dela Rosa’s TRO bid

MANILA, Philippines – Concurring magistrates in the denial of a restraining order sought by Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa highlighted a fierce determination in ensuring that the judiciary will not become a sanctuary for those fleeing accountability. Nine Supreme Court justices voted to deny dela Rosa’s request to temporarily stop the implementation of the arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court (ICC). One of the nine concurring magistrates is Associate Justice Alfredo Benjamin Caguioa who said that the Supreme Court should not come to the rescue of a public officer who is accused of human rights violations before an international […]…

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