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Hands Off Bicol People’s Lawyer Atty. Bart Rayco!

At approximately 6:00 a.m. today, staff at Jollikod, a local eatery in Legazpi City owned by the family of Atty. Bartolome “Bart” Rayco, discovered two bullets ominously left at the entrance. The bullets were bound with black ribbons, one tethered to a piece of stone wrapped in paper and plastic. The paper contained a threatening message that read: “Atty. Bart Rayco MALAPIT KA NA!!” (Atty. Bart Rayco, your end is near!!!). Earlier, witnesses reported seeing unidentified men on a motorcycle stop outside the premises at around 4:00 a.m.

| Aug 28, 2026

Jan 2025 10

On Mary Jane’s 40th, Give Her the Gift of Freedom

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All Photos: Courtesy of Kodao Productions Today, the National Union of Peoples’ Lawyers (NUPL) greets Mary Jane Veloso on her 40th birthday, a milestone in a life marked by 14 years of profound injustice and unimaginable resilience. Mary Jane’s journey stands as...

Jan 2025 7

On the SC decision strengthening safeguards against unlawful searches

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The National Union of Peoples’ Lawyers (NUPL) welcomes the Supreme Court’s firm reiteration in People v. Lucky Enriquez that search warrants must clearly and specifically identify the locations to be searched, as mandated by the Constitution. This decision is an affirmation of the fundamental rights of the people to be protected against unlawful searches and seizures.

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