SC JUNKS HARRY ROQUE’S PROTECTIVE WRIT PLEA

THE Supreme Court (SC) on Tuesday denied the appeal of former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque  for a protection writ.

The Writ of Amparo was filed recently by Roque’s daughter Bianca Hacintha.

In a resolution issued on Tuesday, October 1, during the full court session, the  SC did not stop the enforcement of the arrest order issued by the Quad Committee against Roque.

A writ of amparo is a remedy available to any person whose right to life, liberty, and security has been violated or is threatened with violation by an unlawful act or omission of a public official, employee, or private individual.

According to Roque’s daughter, the quad panel committed grave abuse of discretion when it required her father to produce additional documents or attend any future hearing or meeting.

She said her father “has the right against self-incrimination” enshrined in the Constitution.

Roque was ordered arrested and detained by the Quad Comm after being cited for contempt a second time for failing to submit subpoenaed documents crucial to the joint panels’ investigation, including his tax records and statement of assets, liabilities, and net worth (SALN). 

Instead of complying, Roque has gone into hiding and vowed not to surrender. 

The Quad Comm uncovered evidence that allegedly linked Roque to Lucky South 99, an illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) in Porac, Pampanga.