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More than 4K PDLs released via videoconference hearings
An additional 4,683 persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) were released from jails nationwide between April 30 and May 8 due to expedited case resolutions through video conferencing hearings.
The Supreme Court's adoption of video conferencing aims to decongest jails and prevent the spread of coronavirus disease.
From March 17 to April 29, a total of 9,731 PDLs were previously released.
The video conferencing system is now operational in Metro Manila and other key cities, with more courts expected to conduct hearings this week, potentially leading to further PDL releases.
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