Senator Leila de Lima

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Vindication for Leila de Lima: Acquitted of Bogus Charges and Set Free

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Former Senator Leila de Lima celebrates as the court clears her of all drug charges after years of legal battles. Read her exclusive interview with Rappler and the reactions from fellow officials.

Former Filipino senator and human rights advocate, Leila de Lima, has finally found vindication as a Philippine court dismissed the last fabricated drug charge against her. De Lima, who was jailed during the presidency of Rodrigo Duterte, faced years of legal battles and scrutiny due to her vocal criticisms of the administration's drug-related killings. The recent dismissal of her third and final case highlights the importance of justice based on truth and evidence rather than politically motivated accusations.

In a recent interview with Rappler, Leila de Lima expressed her relief and discussed her future plans after being completely cleared of all drug charges. The decision by the Muntinlupa Regional Trial Court to grant her demurrer to evidence signifies a significant victory for de Lima and her supporters who have been advocating for her release.

Amidst the celebration of her acquittal, opposition figures like Senator Risa Hontiveros emphasized the need for accountability for those who falsely accused de Lima. The case has not only drawn attention to the flaws in the justice system but also highlighted the resilience and determination of de Lima in fighting for her innocence.

As the legal battle comes to an end, Leila de Lima's case stands as a symbol of the complexities and challenges faced by political figures in the Philippines. The acquittal of de Lima has sparked discussions on the role of the judiciary in upholding the rule of law and protecting individuals from unjust persecution.

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Philippines: Vindication for Leila de Lima as last bogus charge ... (Amnesty International)

Responding to news that a Philippine court has dismissed the final fabricated charge against former Filipino senator and human rights defender Leila de Lima ...

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Philippine court clears Duterte critic Leila de Lima of drugs charges (Aljazeera.com)

De Lima was jailed during the Rodrigo Duterte presidency after years of investigating drug-related killings.

Press Release - Statement of Senator Risa Hontiveros on the ... (Senate of the Philippines)

The dismissal of former Senator De Lima's third and last case proves that justice is based on truth and evidence, not on baseless charges and political ...

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Rappler Talk: Leila de Lima completely free after 7 years (Rappler)

In her first sit-down interview after her acquittal, Leila De Lima speaks with Rappler reporter Jairo Bolledo to discuss her plans for herself and her ...

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Aquino admin officials, personalities laud De Lima's case dismissal (Philstar.com)

On Monday, the Muntinlupa Regional Trial Court (RTC) Branch 206 granted the former senator's demurrer to evidence which is tantamount to the case's ...

Leila De Lima's third and final drug charge cleared (PhilSTAR Life)

Former senator Leila De Lima has been cleared of all the drug charges against her after a Muntinlupa court granted her demurrer to evidence on June 24.

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Opposition lauds De Lima acquittal but notes problems in justice ... (INQUIRER.net)

MANILA, Philippines — As personalities from the opposition lauded the acquittal of former Senator Leila de Lima from drug-related charges, they also noted ...

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Hontiveros wants De Lima accusers held accountable after last drug ... (GMA News Online)

Senator Risa Hontiveros on Monday urged authorities to exact accountability against those who she says wrongly accused former senator Leila de Lima of being ...

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De Lima cleared of 3rd and final drug charge (pna.gov.ph)

MANILA – Former senator Leila de Lima has been cleared of her final illegal drugs-related case, one of three which put her under detention for more than six ...

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Philippine court clears arch Duterte critic de Lima in final narcotics ... (benarnews)

I can sleep more soundly at night,” former Sen. Leila de Lima said after a Metro Manila court ruled in her favor.

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Court dismisses De Lima's last drug case (Philstar.com)

Former senator Leila de Lima, an arch critic of the previous administration, has now been cleared of all the drug charges filed against her during the ...

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Leila de Lima: Philippine court clears Duterte drugs war critic (BBC News)

The former senator and justice minister was arrested in 2017 and spent more than six years in prison.

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Rappler Talk: Leila de Lima completely free after 7 years (Rappler)

In her first sit-down interview after her acquittal, Leila De Lima speaks with Rappler reporter Jairo Bolledo to discuss her plans for herself and her ...

On the Acquittal of Philippine Former Senator De Lima on All ... (Department of State)

We continue to urge the Philippines to resolve politically motivated cases, including those against journalists and civil society, in a manner consistent with ...

'Long overdue': Gabriela solon says late acquittal of De Lima proof ... (Manila Bulletin)

Gabriela Women's Party-list Rep. Arlene Brosas said the acquittal of former senator Leila de Lima from her remaining drug-related charges was proof of the ...

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Philippines court drops final charge against opposition lawmaker ... (UPI.com)

Former senator and human rights advocate Leila de Lima had her third and final drug trafficking-related charge dismissed by a Philippines court on Monday, ...

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Philippine Court Drops Final Drug Charge Against Leading Duterte ... (The Diplomat)

Former Senator Leila de Lima is finally free of the seven-year, politically motivated legal ordeal.

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Leila de Lima cleared of final drug charge | The wRap (Rappler)

Today's headlines: Leila de Lima, Martin Romualdez & Sara Duterte, West Philippine Sea.

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US welcomes De Lima acquittal, says all politically-motivated cases ... (GMA News Online)

The US on Tuesday welcomed the acquittal of the final drug case of former Senator Leila de Lima, clearing her of all drug charges after seven years.

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