Justice Undersecretary Markk Perete said on Thursday (Oct. 1) that he is resigning.
DOJ mulls repeating ‘Pastillas’ scam probe amid doubts on 1st investigation
The National Bureau Investigation (NBI) might be forced to redo its investigation on the “pastillas” scheme even though it a case has been filed before the Office of the Ombudsman, Justice Undersecretary Markk Perete said on Tuesday (Sept. 22).
‘Di na makakabalik sa Pilipinas! Pemberton to be blacklisted
United States Marine Joseph Scott Pemberton will also be banned from returning to the Philippines, Justice Undersecretary Markk Perete said on Saturday (sept. 12
More whistleblowers coming out? Task force probing PhilHealth to meet again
Task Force PhilHealth is set to hold another hearing this Monday (Sept. 7) as part of its ongoing investigation into corruption allegations at the government corporation, said Justice Undersecretary Markk Perete.
Wala namang COVID! Antonio Sanchez won’t be transferred to PGH
Former Calauan, Laguna mayor Antonio Sanchez has tested negative for the COVID-19 virus, said Justice Undersecretary Markk Perete said on Thursday (Sept. 3).
Freedom ain’t so fast: DOJ stops US soldier’s release
Justice Undersecretary Markk Perete said on Thursday (Sept. 3) that the release of United States Marine Joseph Scott Pemberton will have to be put on hold.
‘Di na kaya sa Bilibid: Antonio Sanchez seeks transfer to PGH
Former Calauan, Laguna mayor Antonio Sanchez has sought transfer to the Philippine General Hospital (PGH) in Manila to address his health condition, Justice Undersecretary Markk Perete said on Wednesday (Sept. 2).
DOJ task force recommends probe of activist’s killing
The Department of Justice (DOJ) Administrative Order (AO) 35 task force which investigates extrajudicial killings has recommended including the case of slain activist Zara Alvarez, Justice Undersecretary Markk Perete said.
DOJ task force to finish probe on peace consultant’s slay in 1 month
The Department of Justice (DOJ) Administrative Order (AO) 35 which investigates extrajudicial killings will finish within 30 days its probe into the death of National Democratic Front of the Philippines (NDFP) peace consultant Randy Echanis, assured Justice Undersecretary Markk Perete.
Piyesta mga kawatan! Exec admits Philhealth’s IT system unable to detect fraud
Three more officials of the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) have testified before Task Force PhilHealth concerning corrupt activities at the agency, Justice Undersecretary Markk Perete said on Thursday (Aug. 20).
1 inmate, 1 BuCor employee test positive for COVID-19
There are now only two cases of the COVID-19 disease at the Bureau of Corrections (BuCor), said Department of Justice (DOJ) Undersecretary Markk Perete said on Wednesday (July 15).
Biglang naalarma! DOJ starts contact tracing after 5 employees test positive for COVID-19
Justice Undersecretary Markk Perete said on Thursday (June 18) contact tracing is now being conducted to find out who might have been exposed to the five Department of Justice (DOJ) personnel who tested positive for COVID-19.
COVID-19 cases in BuCor jump to 301
The Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) has reported of having 301 persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) and personnel who got infected with COVID-19, said Department of Justice (DOJ) Undersecretary Markk Perete on Thursday (June 18).
DOJ: NBI looking into other violations by Chinese in underground Pampanga clinic
Justice Undersecretary Markk Perete said on Saturday (May 30) the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) are looking into other violations that may have been committed by the Chinese nationals who were found running an underground medical clinic in Pampanga.
177 inmates deemed eligible for parole
Justice Undersecretary Markk Perete announced on Thursday (May 21) that the Board of Pardons and Parole (BPP) has found 117 persons deprived of liberty eligible for parole based on the recently implemented Interim Guidelines for Parole and Executive Clemency.
Perete: DOJ supports PNP action vs PUV drivers defying enhanced community quarantine
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has expressed support to the decision of Philippine National Police (PNP) chief General Archie to order the arrest of public utility vehicle (PUV) drivers who continue to operate despite the Luzon-wide enhanced community quarantine.
DOJ assures: BI will strictly implement South Korea travel ban
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) will strictly implement the travel ban to South Korea as part of measures to stop the spread of the deadly 2019 novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19), Justice Undersecretary Markk Perete assured on Thursday (Feb. 27).
Annyeonghaseyo! DOJ to meet with South Korea officials on travel ban
Justice Undersecretary Markk Perete will be meeting this Friday (Feb. 28) with officials of South Korean embassy to discuss how to better implement the travel ban imposed by Malacanang.
Iwas pusoy! DOJ explains why it won’t issue legal opinion to NTC on ABS-CBN
Justice Secretary Menardo Guevarra can decline giving the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) a legal opinion concerning the lapse of the legislative franchise of ABS-CBN, said Justice Undersecretary Markk Perete.
DOJ drafts rules on Competition Act’s criminal clause
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has drafted implementing rules on the criminal provisions of the Philippine Competition Act, said Justice Undersecretary Markk Perete on Tuesday (Feb. 25).
DOJ hopes hi-tech passenger info system will help in nCoV contact tracing
Justice Undersecretary Markk Perete said on Saturday (Feb. 8) airlines will soon be required to provide passenger information before they arrive in the Philippines.
Bantay ang BI! DOJ assures close watch on Chinese kidnapping groups
Justice Undersecretary Markk Perete has assured that the Bureau of Immigration (BI) is on the lookout for Chinese kidnap groups.
Change is coming! DOJ eyes pro-consumer concession agreements after renegotiation
Justice Undersecretary Markk Perete on Wednesday (Dec. 11) expressed optimism that consumers get a better deal as a result of the renegotiated concession agreement with water concessionaires Manila Water and Maynilad.
Over 500 GCTA convicts surrender ahead of Duterte’s deadline
A total of 505 released heinous crimes convicts have surrendered, revealed Justice Undersecretary Markk Perete on Saturday (Sept. 14)
