The IBP is hoping that the cyber libel case against Rappler CEO Maria Ressa and its former researcher-writer will highlight the “need for clarity” in the country’s laws to avoid misapplication. | cgonzalesINQ
The said circular provides guidelines in the observance of a rule of preference in the imposition of penalties for libel cases.“As the verdict is not final, we urge everyone to stick to the facts, refrain from labelling, and support a timely resolution of the remaining issues. Justice bilis not justice tiis,” he said.
It also cited an intelligence report prepared in 2002 which allegedly stated that the businessman had been under surveillance by the National Security Council for alleged involvement in human trafficking and drug smuggling.
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