Sara Duterte's arraignment for grave threats case deferred
The Quezon City Regional Trial Court has deferred the arraignment of Vice President Sara Duterte regarding a grave threats case. The delay follows a motion from her defense team challenging the court's jurisdiction.
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This legal battle is a significant development in the ongoing political friction between the Philippines' top executive officials.
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AT COURT. Vice President Sara Duterte arrives at the Quezon City Regional Trial Court on September 11, 2026, for her arraignment for her grave threats case on September 11, 2026,.
The Quezon City Regional Trial Court has deferred the arraignment of Vice President Sara Duterte for her grave threats case, following a motion filed by her lawyer. Duterte's defense earlier filed a petition with the Supreme Court challenging the jurisdiction of the DOJ and the court to prosecute her as an impeachable officer. Duterte faces charges related to alleged assassination threats against President Marcos and others, stemming from a controversial press conference in November 2024. This is AI-generated.
MANILA, Philippines – Quezon City Regional Trial Court (RTC) Branch 98 has deferred the arraignment of Vice President Sara Duterte for her grave threats case originally scheduled on Friday, September 11.
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