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Ligutan defends Facebook post as educational tool for law students
Prosecution counsel Amando Virgil Ligutan has responded to defense criticism of his social media statement on cross-examination procedures, clarifying that the post was aimed at educating law students and the public rather than targeting the defense panel.
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MANILA — Counsel for the prosecution Amando Virgil Ligutan pushed back against objections raised by the defense team regarding a Facebook post discussing restrictions on misleading questions during cross-examination. In a counter-manifestation filed Wednesday, Ligutan stated that his social media message was directed toward law students and the general public, not specifically at the defense panel.
The prosecution counsel's clarification came as the high-profile case entered a new phase, with Ligutan emphasizing the educational purpose of his online commentary. He sought to distinguish between comments made for public discourse and statements intended as direct criticism of opposing counsel.
The exchange underscores ongoing tensions in the courtroom proceedings, with both sides utilizing various platforms to communicate their legal positions. Ligutan's response suggests the prosecution intends to maintain an active public information campaign alongside its court filings.
The counter-manifestation signals continued procedural disputes between the prosecution and defense, with both sides scrutinizing each other's statements made outside the courtroom.