The Sandiganbayan 2nd Division has rejected Senator Jinggoy Estrada's motions questioning graft charges. The decision clears the way for the case to advance. Estrada refused to enter a plea, leading the court to record a not guilty plea on his behalf.
The Sandiganbayan 2nd Division has junked Senator Jinggoy Estrada’s motions questioning the graft charges against him, paving the way for trial proceedings. Estrada refused to enter a plea during arraignment on the case. The court subsequently entered a not guilty plea on his behalf. With the motions denied and arraignment completed, the case will proceed to pre-trial. Jairo Bolledo reports from the Sandiganbayan.