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Duterte urges Supreme Court to fast-track ruling on grave threats case
Vice President Sara Duterte has appealed to the Supreme Court to expedite its decision on her petition for a temporary restraining order in a grave threats case filed before a Quezon City court. The motion underscores her push to halt proceedings in the lower court pending the high court's resolution.
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Vice President Sara Duterte filed an urgent motion with the Supreme Court on September 7, seeking immediate action on her application for a temporary restraining order (TRO) related to a grave threats case currently being heard by a Quezon City court.
The Vice President's petition seeks to halt the proceedings before the regional trial court while the high court considers her relief application. The motion emphasizes the urgency of the matter, requesting that the Supreme Court prioritize its review of the case.
The grave threats case against Duterte has drawn significant attention in the country's political landscape. By seeking a TRO, the Vice President aims to prevent the lower court from advancing its proceedings until the Supreme Court makes a determination on the merits of her petition.
The Supreme Court has yet to act on Duterte's urgent motion as of the latest reports. The outcome of the high court's decision could have substantial implications for the case's trajectory and timeline in the judicial system.