Pasay City,Philippines – The Senate has 72 hours to respond to a Writ of Amparo issued by the Pasay Regional Trial Court (RTC) concerning the case of former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) engineer Brice hernandez. the order, delivered by Branch 112 of the Pasay RTC on September 11, 2025, compels the Senate to submit a verified written return detailing it’s defense and actions taken to protect Hernandez’s constitutional rights.
The petition for the Writ of Amparo was filed by hernandez’s wife, Rica fausta Abacan-Hernandez, who alleges violations-or threatened violations-of her husband’s rights to life, liberty, and security stemming from actions or omissions by the Senate. This legal action underscores the increasing use of the Writ of Amparo, a remedy designed to provide swift protection against extralegal killings and enforced disappearances, and highlights potential concerns regarding the treatment of individuals involved in government projects.
the court’s order mandates the Senate to provide all details in its possession related to alleged threats against Hernandez. Failure to comply within the specified timeframe could result in sanctions under the Rule on the Writ of Amparo. The Senate must file its response directly with the Pasay RTC Branch 112.