Statement of CHR Spokesperson, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on Senator Leila de Lima’s 4th year in detention
As we mark the 4th year in detention of Senator Leila de Lima, the Commission on Human Rights continues to stress the Constitutional rights of the Senator, as well as all other persons deprived of liberty, to due process, presumption of innocence, and the right to a speedy, impartial, and public trial. We continue to […]
Statement of CHR spokesperson, Atty. Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the Philippine National Police (PNP)’s treatment of Senator Leila M de Lima
In a previous statement, we have raised the sharp contrast with how the Philippine National Police (PNP) handles Senator Leila M de Lima during her attendance at court hearings compared to other high profile cases. A simple review of footages of other high profile personalities attending hearings would show this difference. The Senator has consistently […]
Statement of CHR spokesperson, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the treatment of Senator Leila M de Lima
Presumption of innocence and equal protection of the laws are constitutionally guaranteed rights. It is upon the government to ensure that all citizens—regardless of gender, economic status, religion, or political affiliation—enjoy these safeguards against injustices and assaults to human dignity. As such, the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) calls out the Philippine National Police in […]