DoJ welcomes Senate concurrence on ASEAN extradition treaty
The Department of Justice welcomes Senate approval of the ASEAN Treaty on Extradition, strengthening regional cooperation to prevent fugitives from evading…
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DOJ cannot confirm Atong Ang fled Philippines
The DOJ cannot confirm reports of fugitive businessman Atong Ang fleeing the Philippines, citing no departure records from immigration. Despite challenges,…
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Senate backs ASEAN extradition treaty
The Senate's approval of the ASEAN Extradition Treaty marks a significant step in combating transnational crime, ensuring fugitives can no longer evade justice…
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Filipinos lose P121.8B to scams
Filipinos lost a staggering P121.8 billion to online scams in the past year. Learn how the Department of Justice and telecom companies are joining forces to…
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DOJ forms prosecutors’ committee to crack down on squatting syndicates
The DOJ forms a prosecutors’ committee to strengthen cases against professional squatters and squatting syndicates through inter-agency cooperation.
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DOJ: Philippines lacks law criminalizing foreign interference
The DOJ says the Philippines lacks a law criminalizing foreign interference, citing gaps in existing espionage laws during a Senate hearing.
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DOJ pushes stronger interagency coordination vs cybercrime
The DOJ calls for stronger interagency coordination to combat cybercrime, emphasizing improved mandates, technical capabilities, and secure communication…
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NBI to refer Sara properties, Davao flood project findings to Ombudsman, DOJ
The NBI is set to submit findings to the Ombudsman and DOJ on alleged irregularities in Vice President Sara Duterte's property declarations and Davao flood…
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DOJ eyes Batang Ligtas Act signing in November
The Department of Justice is advocating for the Batang Ligtas Act to be signed into law this November, aiming to bolster protections for children against…
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DoJ probes online grooming links to school shootings
The Department of Justice is investigating possible links between online grooming and three school shootings in the Philippines, monitoring online platforms…
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DoJ warns vs fraudulent use of PWD discount cards
The Department of Justice warns against the fraudulent use of PWD discount cards, emphasizing criminal charges for violators and introducing a secure,…
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DOJ pushes age checks for tech platforms under Batang Ligtas bill
The DOJ advocates for mandatory age verification and safety measures under the Batang Ligtas Act to shield children from online harm, urging tech platforms to…
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DOJ confirms charges, arrest warrant vs Leviste
The DOJ confirms criminal charges and an arrest warrant against Batangas Rep. Leandro Antonio Leviste over alleged violations of the Public Service Act. Learn…
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DOJ, NBI strengthen partnership for stronger case build-up process
Discover how the DOJ and NBI's renewed partnership under Department Circular No. 020 is set to improve case build-up processes, reduce court congestion, and…
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DoJ Cybercrime Office pushes national anti-scam hub
The DOJ Office of Cybercrime and PAOCC are pushing for a National Anti-Scam Hub to strengthen the Philippines’ fight against online fraud, digital scams and…
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