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Duterte’s new lawyer seen to focus on jurisdiction issue
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has appointed Dov Jacobs as an associate counsel to former President Rodrigo Duterte's defense team.
Lead counsel Nicholas Kaufman sought Jacobs' assistance due to his expertise in international humanitarian law, and the appointment was confirmed by the ICC Registry on April 3.
Jacobs, an ICC-accredited lawyer, is expected to focus on issues related to the ICC's jurisdiction over the case.
He previously highlighted potential violations of Article 59 of the Rome Statute concerning the presentation of arrested individuals before a competent judicial authority, citing his experience in the Laurent Gbagbo case.
Duterte faces charges of crimes against humanity for alleged involvement in killings during his presidency.
While no Filipino lawyers are officially part of the defense team, Kaufman mentioned that several Filipino lawyers are providing voluntary support.
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