Court orders Sara Duterte arrested
A QUEZON City court issued a warrant of arrest against Vice President Sara Duterte over three counts of alleged grave threats, her lawyer said on Friday. The Quezon City Regional Trial Court Branch 98 set bail at P120,000 for each count, according to the warrant issued on Sept. 4. Lawyer Paul Lawrence Lim said that while there is the question of…
- Why it matters
- As sitting vice president, Duterte's arrest would create an immediate constitutional and political crisis in the Philippines, affecting the functioning of the executive branch and her ability to carry out official duties.
- Most affected
- Vice President Sara Duterte — Subject to arrest on three criminal counts; faces bail conditions if apprehended.
- Likely next
- Whether Duterte surrenders voluntarily, whether she appeals the warrant, or whether law enforcement attempts to execute it.
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