1,000 prisoners set for release
MANILA, Philippines — Department of Justice (DOJ) spokesperson Asec. Mico Clavano said about 1,000 persons deprived of liberty (PDL) are expected to be released from prisons in 2023.
The DOJ annually provides Malacañang a list of qualified PDLs for potential presidential pardon.
“What the secretary does on the President’s birthday and on Christmas, we provide a list to the PPA (Parole and Probation Administration); and then eventually, that will be submitted to the Executive Secretary,” Clavano said during a Palace press briefing.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s birthday is on September 11.
“Last year, it was close to one thousand. So, we’re expecting a similar amount this year,” he added.
Article continues after this advertisementClavano noted that the list doesn’t prioritize, but includes qualified PDLs such as senior citizens, persons with disabilities, and those with illnesses.
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