Duterte impeachment trial: Prosecution, defense clash over evidence technicalities
In the impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte, prosecutors argued that strict adherence to technical rules in presenting evidence could unnecessarily delay proceedings. Defense counsel countered that ensuring the authenticity of evidence is crucial for the respondent's due process rights, leading to a clash of opinions.
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