Renato Corona
Filipino Chief Justice, impeachment trial
Born
October 15th, 1948
77 years ago
Died
April 29th, 2016
9 years ago — 67 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Philippines
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Served as the 23rd Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the Philippines. Appointed by President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo in 2010, held office until 2012. Impeached by the Philippine House of Representatives, leading to a trial in the Senate, where he was convicted of culpable violation of the Constitution and betrayal of public trust. Prior to serving as Chief Justice, held various positions in the judiciary and private legal practice. Contributed to legal education as a professor in multiple law schools.
Impeached and convicted in 2012
Served as Chief Justice from 2010 to 2012
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