Who is authorized to file a verified complaint for impeachment?
A verified complaint for impeachment may be filed directly by any Member of the House of Representatives. Alternatively, it can be filed by any private citizen, provided that the complaint is endorsed by a Member of the House. This process allows citizen participation while maintaining legislative filtering through congressional endorsement. The procedural requirement for filing is found in Article XI, Section 3, 1987 Philippine Constitution. “(2) A verified complaint for impeachment may be filed by any Member of the House of Representatives or by any citizen upon a resolution of endorsement by any Member thereof…” 06-Mar-26About Nicolas and De Vega Law Offices
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