Dear Editor,

I’m totally on board with the prosecution’s decision to toss out the grave threat charges filed by ACT Teachers Partylist Rep. France Castro against former president Rodrigo R. Duterte due to insufficient evidence.

It’s pretty clear that there just wasn’t enough evidence to back up the claims of the Makabayan bloc solon that Duterte threatened her in the latter’s SMNI’s “Gikan sa Masa, para sa Masa” program on 11 Oct. and Nov. 16.

The 9 January 2024 decision signed by Senor Assistaant City Prosecutor Ulric Q. Badiola demonstrates a commitment to upholding the principles of justice and ensuring that legal actions are grounded in solid evidence.

In any legal proceeding, it is imperative that the evidence presented is substantial and credible. In this case, the decision to dismiss the charges underscores the importance of due process and the requirement for a solid evidentiary basis to support legal actions.

The dismissal serves to protect the integrity of our legal system and prevents the potential for baseless accusations to undermine public trust in the judiciary.

In a world where things can get a bit crazy, it’s refreshing to see that the legal system is standing up for what’s right. We must ensure that legal actions are based on solid evidence, not just hearsay or speculation. It’s all about fairness and due process, right?

The prosecution showed they’re not going to let baseless accusations run wild. It’s a win for common sense and a win for justice.

Kudos to the prosecution for doing the right thing. Let’s keep the spotlight on evidence-based legal proceedings and make sure that everyone gets a fair shake.

This decision will remind us of the importance of evidence-based legal proceedings in our society.

Merlyn Decabo

merde1551@gmail.com