Statement of CHR Spokesperson, Atty. Jacqueline Ann de Guia, recommending concrete measures to address jail congestion
The widespread congestion of jails has been a persistent problem in our country. In recent years, it has worsened due to the high and sudden influx of arrested suspects in relation to the anti-drug campaign. There are also other reasons such as delay in the issuance of commitment orders, slow disposition of cases or protracted […]