Human rights lawyer Kristina Conti and other lawyers representing the drug war victims said that much of the evidence they found during the preliminary examination and investigation stage was public statements of the former leader. Last week, the ICC Prosecutor informed the ICC Pre-Trial Chamber (PTC) 1 that it would present around 8,000 pages of evidence, in addition to photos and audio-video files, when the tribunal holds the confirmation hearing in September. Emblematic Conti explained that while the prosecution was able to gather evidence during its probe, it needs to submit to the court those that are “emblematic of the actual merits of the case,” specifically those that would implicate him as a mastermind, or an “indirect coperpetrator.” “What is truly relevant is what would prove the elements of the case, [including evidence pointing to] a widespread and systematic plan to attack,” said Conti. Of true relevance The PTC pointed out in an April 17 decision that the prosecution “should only disclose evidence that is of true relevance to the case and capable of supporting a particular factual allegation.” Conti noted that the prosecution, led by Karim Khan, would find it difficult to prove that Duterte directed or planned a particular killing. Those who suffered various forms of harm and trauma, classified as “indirect victims,” are now awaiting the start of the process for inclusion after the court widened the valid identification documents that they can submit to the court for proof of identity.. Read Full Story
