The OCA Circular No. 103-07 reiterates the requirement for judges and clerks of the Regional Trial Courts to adhere to Administrative Order No. 25-2007, which mandates a continuous trial process for cases involving extrajudicial killings of political ideologists and media members. These cases must be completed within 60 days from the start of the trial, with judgments issued within 30 days after submission for decision, unless otherwise specified. Judges are instructed to submit monthly reports detailing the status of these cases and any reasons for non-compliance. Strict adherence to these guidelines is emphasized to ensure timely justice in these sensitive matters.
October 16, 2007
OCA CIRCULAR NO. 103-07
| TO | : | All Judges and Clerks of Court of the Regional Trial Courts |
| SUBJECT | : | Reiteration of OCA Circular No. 103-2007 Dated October 16, 2007 (Re: Compliance with Administrative Order No. 25-2007 Dated March 1, 2007 on Mandatory Continuous Trial of Cases Involving Extra Judicial Killings of Political Ideologists and Members of Media) |
The Office of the President thru the Presidential Human Rights Committee has invited the attention of this Office that some judges failed to observe the mandatory continuous trial pursuant to Administrative Order No. 25-2007. The said order provides that cases involving extra judicial killings of political ideologists and members of media shall undergo mandatory continuous trial and shall be terminated within sixty (60) days from commencement of trial. And that judgment thereon shall be rendered within thirty (30) days from submission for decision, unless a shorter period is provided by law, or otherwise directed by this Court. cSTDIC
In view thereof, you are hereby directed to strictly observe the abovementioned administrative order. You are likewise directed to SUBMIT to this Office a monthly report on the status of aforesaid cases including the reason why the provisions of the administrative order could not be strictly followed, if any, on or before the 10th day of the succeeding month.
Strict compliance is hereby enjoined.
(SGD.) CHRISTOPHER O. LOCKCourt Administrator