Judicial reforms and the search for a new chief justice

Former Supreme Court Chief Justice Reynato Puno says the Philippine justice system is “at a low point” following the impeachment and conviction of Renato Corona.  “The judiciary is now in disarray.  Some are disappointed.  Some are confused.  Some appear to be in a spiritual slump for they perceive a severely wounded judiciary.”  He adds, “it will recover with God’s help.”  Meantime, the search for the next chief justice is in full swing.  The most senior justices of the Supreme Court are automatically nominated to the Judicial & Bar Council. 5 others, including 3 cabinet members, have also been nominated.  Rappler begins a series that takes a closer look at that search.

Read more on Rappler and watch the 1st part of the series on the Rappler newscast.