His statements only reinforce the reasonable belief that he is most responsible for crimes against humanity committed in the Philippines in the context of the “war on drugs”. And that in effect, he intends to deprive victims of their chance at accountability for thousands of killings.
NUPL | Jul 3, 2024
Let us set the record straight: the conviction of the four Caloocan City police officers is the culmination of a long and arduous struggle for justice within an entrenched architecture of impunity in the Philippines.
Today’s triumph is a comfort to the family of Luis and Gabriel Lois and a sigh of relief for us, the private prosecutors, our clients and friends in Rise Up for Life and for Rights, and others who supported this quest for justice. However, in terms of scale, today’s legal victory is just a footnote in a bloody chapter that has yet to end as bodies continue to pile up until today.
Thank you and we will not fail you as the poor, oppressed and exploited in our society and even in the world need us to be on their side.
"[W]e refuse to live in fear and demand that our safety and security be ensured, knowing that the independent exercise of our profession is crucial for maintaining the rule of law and upholding justice."
Atty. Bong's life was a testament to an extraordinary journey along the less-traveled path of people's lawyering. His legacy is one we should honor by continuing his work and unwavering commitment to justice.
The DOJ must be reminded of its ethical duty: prosecutors are entrusted not with securing convictions at all costs, but with ensuring that justice is served. This means upholding the principles of fairness, due process, and the presumption of innocence until proven guilty. The use of fabricated evidence and the solicitation of false testimony constitute not only ethical violations but egregious affronts to justice.
Kaisa ng masang anakpawis ang mga abogado ng bayan sa panawagang wakasan ang mga programa ng administrasyong Marcos Jr. na lalong mambubusabos sa taumbayan ngayong Pandaigdigang Araw ng Paggawa, Mayo Uno 2024.
The National Union of Peoples’ Lawyers (NUPL) welcomes the Supreme Court's resolution declaring the search warrants executed in Tondo, Manila during the arrest of activists Reina Mae Nasino, Ram Carlo Bautista, and Alma Moran as void.
The National Union of Peoples’ Lawyers (NUPL) mourns the loss of Atty. Emilio “Patô” Paña, a dedicated member of the Union of Peoples’ Lawyers in Mindanao (UPLM) and NUPL, who passed away at the young age of 54 due to a fatal stroke. Atty. Emil leaves behind a...
