Duterte siblings ask SC for oral arguments on father's habeas corpus plea

Veronica and Sebastian Duterte, along with their sibling, have petitioned the Supreme Court to hold oral arguments concerning their habeas corpus petition for their father, former President Rodrigo Duterte, who is detained at The Hague.

The siblings argue that the consolidated petitions raise compelling constitutional issues, citing Rule 49, Section 1 of the Rules of Court.

Key issues include whether their father's constitutional rights were violated during his arrest and transfer without Philippine court authority.

They also question the separation of powers in relation to the International Criminal Court's (ICC) jurisdiction.

Oral arguments would allow the Supreme Court to directly question parties on these constitutional matters and the balance between executive discretion in foreign affairs and the judiciary's role in safeguarding rights.

This case could set a precedent for future cases involving individual liberties, foreign tribunal jurisdiction, and international cooperation.