'Aamin kaya?' Diokno explains motion for VP Duterte to admit, deny authenticity of bank records
In the ongoing impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, the prosecution has filed a motion requesting her to admit or deny the authenticity of subpoenaed bank records. Representative Chel Diokno stated that this move is intended to streamline proceedings by eliminating the need for extensive witness testimony on uncontested facts.
Why it matters
The motion is a strategic procedural step in a high-stakes political impeachment trial, potentially accelerating the discovery phase regarding allegations of unexplained wealth.
Manila Bulletin - 'Aamin kaya?' Diokno explains motion for VP Duterte to admit, deny authenticity of bank records
'Aamin kaya?' Diokno explains motion for VP Duterte to admit, deny authenticity of bank records
Prosecution motion asks Vice President Sara Duterte to admit or deny the authenticity of subpoenaed bank records and ownership of accounts, aiming to streamline the impeachment trial.
Chel Diokno explains that confirming uncontested facts could save weeks of proceedings and eliminate the need for up to 15 witnesses, invoking Rule 26 on requests for admission.
Senator Escudero grants the defense 15 days to respond, noting the sui generis nature of impeachment trials and ensuring the respondent's right against self‑incrimination is protected.
Akbayan Party-list Rep. Atty. Chel Diokno (left), Vice President Sara Duterte (Facebook, PPAB)
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