The Daily Tribune
Teves hearings set until 2026
The Manila Regional Trial Court Branch 12 has commenced pre-trial proceedings for three criminal cases against former Negros Oriental Rep. Arnolfo Teves Jr., facing charges of murder and illegal possession of firearms.
Teves participated in the pre-trial virtually from his location.
His legal counsel, Ferdinand Topacio, stated that the court has scheduled hearings for the main cases, with proceedings anticipated to continue until 2026.
The defense has requested the court to compel the prosecution to present witnesses for cross-examination.
Topacio asserted that they are not intentionally delaying the legal process and are eager for the cases to conclude.
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