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Parañaque, Taguig courts physically closed due to Covid-19 cases
Trial courts in Parañaque and Taguig cities are temporarily closed from June 26 to July 2 due to COVID-19 cases among personnel.
The closure in Parañaque City was ordered after a civilian security personnel tested positive for COVID-19, leading to the closure of the fourth to eighth floors of the legislative building.
In Taguig City, a court worker tested positive for COVID-19, prompting a similar closure.
All judges and court personnel in both cities are required to undergo self-quarantine until July 9.
Disinfection of court premises is being conducted, and affected personnel are advised to avoid public contact and conduct contact tracing.
Court hearings will proceed through video conferencing, and pleadings can be submitted electronically.
The measures were approved by the office of Supreme Court Administrator Jose Midas Marquez.
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