The Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) released 152 inmates on Monday, December 30, bringing the total number of persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) who regained their freedom from November to December to 1,000. This year, 7,707 PDLs were allowed back into society, with a total of 18,422 released under Justice Secretary Crispin Remulla's watch.
THE Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) on Monday (Dec. 30) freed 152 inmates bringing to P1,000 the total number of persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) who regained their freedom from November to December this year. With the theme “Bagong pag-asa’y aming nasumpungan, sa Bagong Taon paglaya’y aming nakamtan,” BuCor director general Gregorio Pio Catapang Jr. announced the release of the 152 prisoners in ceremony held at the New Bilibid Prison administrative building in Muntinlupa City.
This brings to 7,707 PDLs who were allowed to go back to mainstream society this year, or a total of 18,422 who were set free under the watch of Justice Secretary Crispin Remulla. Catapang said among those released, 625 completed their maximum sentences, 134 were acquitted, one with approved petition for release, 38 were granted probation, 190 given paroles, and 11 through motions for habeas corpus. The breakdown of those released consisted of 59 from the Correctional Institution for Women (CIW) in Mandaluyong City, two from CIW Iwahig Prison and Penal Farm , 18 from CIW Mindanao, 170 from Davao Prison and Penal Farm, 111 from Iwahig Prison and Penal Farm, 69 from Leyte Regional Prison, 199 from the Maximum Security Camp of New Bilibid Prison (NBP), 146 from the Medium Security Camp of NBP, 40 from the Minimum Security Camp of NBP, 17 from the Reception and Diagnostic Center of NBP, 68 from Sablayan Prison and Penal Farm, and 101 from San Ramon Prison and Penal Farm. Meanwhile, due to the effectivity clause of the Revised Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of Republic Act 10592 otherwise known as the Revised Penal Code as amended, the BuCor announced a shift in the timeline for the release of those convicted of heinous crimes who were eligible for the Good Conduct Time Allowance (GCTA). Initially aiming for release by year-end, Catapang clarified that these prisoners may instead begin their release early next yea
Inmates Release Bureau Of Corrections GCTA Philippine Justice System
Philippines Latest News, Philippines Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
No handcuffs, body armor for Mary Jane Veloso in homecoming — BuCorLatest Philippine news from GMA News and 24 Oras. News, weather updates and livestreaming on Philippine politics, regions, showbiz, lifestyle, science and tech.
Read more »
BuCor Allows Family Visits for PDLs This ChristmasThe Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) in the Philippines is allowing families to visit PDLs and offering 24-hour stay-in visits for wives during the Christmas season.
Read more »
Mary Jane Veloso transferred to regular dorm; quarantine over — BuCorLatest Philippine news from GMA News and 24 Oras. News, weather updates and livestreaming on Philippine politics, regions, showbiz, lifestyle, science and tech.
Read more »
BuCor chief eyes recognition of Veloso’s jail timeBuCor Director General Gregorio Pio Catapang Jr. has already ordered the translation of Mary Jane Veloso's Indonesian prison records to English. The step
Read more »
Over 1,000 PDLs Released by BuCor Before Year's EndThe Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) has released over 1,000 Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs) since November 26, allowing them to spend the holiday season with their families.
Read more »
1,000 Inmates Released from Philippine Prisons in November-DecemberThe Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) has released 1,000 persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) from November to December 2023. The release involved individuals who completed their sentences, were acquitted, received parole or probation, and some were granted habeas corpus. BuCor Director General Gregorio Catapang Jr. also stated that PDLs convicted of heinous crimes eligible for the Good Conduct Time Allowance (GCTA) may be released next year, following a Supreme Court ruling.
Read more »