Tag: Department of Justice
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DOJ’s War on Money Laundering and Terror Financing: A Resounding Success
In a triumphant stride against financial crimes, the Department of Justice (DOJ) has showcased remarkable progress in tackling money laundering and terrorism financing. Through its dedicated Financial Investigation and Litigation Enhancement and Prosecution Support Center (FILEPSC), the DOJ has meticulously identified, investigated, and prosecuted numerous cases from 2020 to 2024. The DOJ’s efforts have led…
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CIDG Chief Clarifies No External Pressure in Filing Charges Against Duterte
Maj. Gen. Nicholas Torre III, head of the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG), stated on Tuesday that he received no directives from either the Senate or Malacañang to initiate legal action against former President Rodrigo Duterte. Torre emphasized that the decision to file charges of inciting sedition and unlawful utterances stemmed from his duty…
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CIDG Chief: No Directives Received to File Charges Against Duterte
In a recent statement, Maj. Gen. Nicholas Torre III, the head of the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG), clarified that he received no instructions from either the Senate or Malacañang to initiate legal action against former President Rodrigo Duterte. Torre emphasized that the decision to file charges of inciting sedition and unlawful utterances stemmed…
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Philippine DOJ and UNODC Join Forces to Combat Cybercrime
MANILA – The Philippine Department of Justice’s Office of Cybercrime is set to collaborate with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) to enhance the enforcement of cybercrime laws. The partnership aims to bolster the capabilities of digital forensic experts, cybercrime investigators, and prosecutors in the country. DOJ Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla emphasized…
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NBI Levels Serious Charges Against Four in Rice Repacking Fraud
In a significant move against illegal rice trade practices, the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has charged four individuals following a raid on a facility in Bocaue, Bulacan. The suspects, including a warehouse manager, two cashiers, and an inventory officer, were apprehended and transported to the Department of Justice on February 12, 2025. The charges…
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NBI Charges Vice President Sara Duterte with Grave Threats and Sedition
The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has taken legal action against Vice President Sara Duterte, filing charges of grave threats and inciting to sedition with the Department of Justice (DOJ). This move comes after Duterte’s controversial statements about hiring an assassin to target President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos, and House Speaker Martin…
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Commission on Elections Launches ‘Oplan Baklas’ to Clear Illegal Campaign Materials During Election Season
In a move to enforce election regulations, the Commission on Elections in the Negros Island Region (Comelec-NIR) has initiated ‘Oplan Baklas,’ a campaign to remove unauthorized election materials throughout the election period. This operation began on February 11, 2025, coinciding with the start of the campaign period for national candidates. Jossil Macute, the Assistant Regional…
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Philippine DOJ Advocates for National Unity to Enhance Online Safety for Children
MANILA – The Department of Justice (DOJ) has urged a comprehensive national effort to foster a safer online environment for Filipino children. This call to action was highlighted during the launch of this year’s Safer Internet Day (SID), organized by the DOJ’s National Coordination Center against Online Sexual Abuse or Exploitation of Children and Child…
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Lawmaker Affirms PWD Discounts Must Be Honored Despite ID Verification Challenges
In a recent statement, Camarines Sur Representative Luis Raymund Villafuerte Jr. emphasized that establishments are legally obligated to provide persons with disabilities (PWDs) with their mandated discounts, even if the authenticity of their PWD identification cards cannot be immediately confirmed. This stance was supported by a Department of Justice (DOJ) legal opinion, which clarified that…
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DOJ Charges Three Companies with 20 Counts of Tax Evasion
The Department of Justice has taken legal action against three companies, accusing them of deliberately using fraudulent methods to avoid paying taxes owed to the government. The charges, announced in a recent statement, include 14 counts against Total Metal Corporation, four against Equator Energy Corporation, and two against Limhuaco Metal Industrial Incorporated. These were lodged…
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