Critique of Philippine Bail System and Social Inequality

A 'Pinoy Criminology' article criticizes the financial bail system in the Philippines, arguing that freedom can be purchased and justice depends on wealth, citing the case of Jinggoy Estrada.

31 May, 23:30 — 31 May, 23:30

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[Pinoy Criminology] Unlike Jinggoy, others rot in jail because they can’t afford bail

Under the financial bail system in the Philippines, freedom can be purchased. Justice becomes dependent not on risk but on the contents of one's wallet.

By Raymund E. Narag

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Critique of Philippine Bail System and Social Inequality

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[Pinoy Criminology] Unlike Jinggoy, others rot in jail because they can’t afford bail

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