Estrada to personally attend plunder bail hearing as Bernardo testifies
MANILA, Philippines — For the first time, Sen. Jinggoy Estrada will personally attend Wednesday afternoon’s bail hearing in his plunder case before the Sandiganbayan Fifth Division, according to his office. Previously, Estrada attended hearings on his bail plea in the case via videoconference. The case stemmed from alleged kickbacks that special prosecutors said were included
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Awaiting deadline 45% Bail Granted with Strict Conditions
The Sandiganbayan bench accepts Estrada's personal attendance as a sign of willingness to cooperate, leading to a ruling that grants bail but imposes stringent monitoring requirements.
Watch for: Sandiganbayan issues a decision granting conditional bail for Estrada · Estrada is seen publicly posting a statement regarding the monitoring terms of his release
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Awaiting deadline 30% Bail Denied with Further Hearings Scheduled
Despite his presence, the prosecution successfully argues that the alleged kickbacks necessitate continued detention, and the judge rules against the bail plea.
Watch for: Sandiganbayan announces the denial of Estrada's bail application · The Office of the Ombudsman issues a public advisory regarding the next procedural steps in the plunder case
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Awaiting deadline 15% Early Plea Deal Pressure
The pressure of public scrutiny and the formal hearing triggers a confidential negotiation, leading Estrada's legal team to propose a full admission of guilt in exchange for a lesser sentence.
Watch for: A legal filing is submitted to the Sandiganbayan detailing a plea bargain proposal by Estrada's counsel · Estrada's party releases a press statement suggesting a willingness to enter into a settlement
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Awaiting deadline 10% Controversial Ruling Based on Personal Appearance
In a highly unusual move, the court rules that Estrada's physical presence at the hearing itself is deemed insufficient proof of innocence, leading to immediate remand.
Watch for: News headline reports Sandiganbayan rejects the 'personal attendance' argument as a legal defense · The detention facility logs show Estrada being remanded to custody within 24 hours of the hearing
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