Former Senior Associate Justice Antonio Carpio has shed light on the implications of Vice President Sara Duterte’s potential resignation during her impeachment trial. According to Justice Carpio, if Vice President Duterte resigns before a decision is made in her case, the entire trial would have to be dismissed.
In a recent statement, Justice Carpio emphasized that this provision is enshrined in the Constitution, which states that an official’s resignation renders the proceedings against them moot. He further explained that if Vice President Duterte resigns before a conviction is reached, the penalty of permanent disqualification from public office would not apply.
Justice Carpio’s insights have sparked interest among legal observers and experts, who are closely following the developments in Vice President Duterte’s impeachment trial.