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International Criminal Court Proceedings Against Rodrigo Duterte
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This document provides a case information sheet regarding the Prosecutor v. Rodrigo Roa Duterte at the International Criminal Court (ICC). It details the alleged crimes against humanity, the timeline of judicial developments including the opening of investigation, arrest warrant issuance, surrender, initial appearance, and confirmation of charges hearing. It also outlines the composition of Pre-Trial Chamber I and the representation of the prosecution, defence, and victims.
International Law
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Ages 16+
Mar 4, 2026
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This document provides a case information sheet regarding the Prosecutor v. Rodrigo Roa Duterte at the International Criminal Court (ICC). It details the alleged crimes against humanity, the timeline of judicial developments including the opening of investigation, arrest warrant issuance, surrender, initial appearance, and confirmation of charges hearing. It also outlines the composition of Pre-Trial Chamber I and the representation of the prosecution, defence, and victims. Every question includes the correct answer so you can learn as you go — pick any format above to get started.
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1
What is the case number for The Prosecutor v. Rodrigo Roa Duterte?
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A
ICC-01/21-01/25
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B
ICC-01/20-01/24
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C
ICC-01/22-01/26
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D
ICC-01/21-01/24
2
What are the alleged crimes against humanity Mr. Duterte is suspected of?
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A
Murder and attempted murder
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B
Torture and rape
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C
Enforced disappearances and torture
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D
Kidnapping and assault
3
Between what dates are the alleged crimes said to have been committed?
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A
1 November 2011 and 16 March 2019
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B
1 January 2011 and 31 December 2019
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C
1 November 2015 and 16 March 2020
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D
1 January 2016 and 31 December 2018
4
When did Rodrigo Roa Duterte surrender to the custody of the ICC?
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A
12 March 2025
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B
7 March 2025
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C
14 March 2025
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D
23 February 2026
5
What was Rodrigo Duterte's nationality?
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A
National of the Republic of the Philippines
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B
National of the United States
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C
National of Australia
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D
National of Canada
6
Which of the following was NOT a function of Rodrigo Duterte at the time of the alleged crimes?
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A
President of the Philippines
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B
Prime Minister of the Philippines
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C
Mayor of Davao City
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D
Vice Mayor of Davao City
7
When was the arrest warrant issued against Mr. Duterte?
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A
7 March 2025
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B
10 February 2025
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C
11 March 2025
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D
12 March 2025
8
What is the scheduled date for the confirmation of charges hearing?
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A
23-27 February 2026
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B
23 February 2026
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C
14 March 2025
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D
8 September 2025
9
Who requested authorisation to initiate an investigation into crimes allegedly committed in the Philippines?
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A
The Office of the Prosecutor of the ICC
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B
The Philippine authorities
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C
The United Nations
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D
The European Union
10
In what context were the alleged crimes committed, according to the investigation opening?
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A
The "war on drugs" campaign
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B
A civil war
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C
Terrorist attacks
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D
Economic sanctions
11
When did the ICC Appeals Chamber confirm the Chamber's decision to resume the investigation?
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A
18 July 2023
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B
14 June 2021
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C
15 September 2021
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D
17 March 2018
12
When did the Philippines deposit its notification of withdrawal from the ICC Statute?
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A
17 March 2018
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B
1 November 2011
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C
17 March 2019
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D
18 July 2023
13
When did the Philippines' withdrawal from the ICC Statute take effect?
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A
17 March 2019
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B
17 March 2018
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C
1 November 2011
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D
18 July 2023
14
For which crimes did the Prosecution apply for an arrest warrant on 10 February 2025?
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A
Murder, torture, and rape
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B
Murder and attempted murder
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C
Crimes against humanity
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D
Genocide
15
What did Pre-Trial Chamber I find regarding Mr. Duterte's responsibility?
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A
Reasonable grounds to believe he is individually responsible as an indirect co-perpetrator for murder
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B
That he is not responsible for any crimes
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C
That he is directly responsible for all alleged crimes
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D
That there is insufficient evidence
16
When was the arrest warrant against Mr. Duterte reclassified as "Public"?
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A
11 March 2025
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B
7 March 2025
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C
10 February 2025
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D
12 March 2025
17
Where did Mr. Duterte appear for his initial appearance?
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A
Via video link from the ICC Detention Centre
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B
In person at the ICC headquarters
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C
From a Philippine prison
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D
From his residence
18
What was the purpose of the confirmation of charges hearing?
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A
To determine if there is sufficient evidence to establish substantial grounds to believe the person committed the crimes
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B
To conduct the trial
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C
To determine Mr. Duterte's sentence
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D
To decide on the victims' compensation
19
What is the timeframe for the Chamber to issue its decision on the confirmation of charges after the hearing?
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A
Within 60 days
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B
Within 30 days
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C
Within 90 days
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D
Immediately after the hearing
20
Who has been appointed as a single team of common legal representatives for admitted victims?
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A
Joel Butuyan, Gilbert Andres, and Paolina Massidda
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B
Nicholas Kaufman and Dov Jacobs
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C
Mame Mandiaye Niang
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D
Judge Iulia Antonella Motoc
21
Who is the Presiding Judge of Pre-Trial Chamber I?
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A
Judge Iulia Antonella Motoc
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B
Judge Reine Adélaïde Sophie Alapini-Gansou
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C
Judge María del Socorro Flores Liera
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D
Mame Mandiaye Niang
22
Who is the Lead Counsel for the Defence?
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A
Nicholas Kaufman
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B
Dov Jacobs
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C
Joel Butuyan
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D
Paolina Massidda
23
What was the reason given by the Defence for requesting an indefinite adjournment of the proceedings?
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A
Alleging that Mr. Duterte is not fit to stand trial
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B
Claiming lack of evidence
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C
Arguing for a change of venue
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D
Stating procedural errors
24
On what date did Pre-Trial Chamber I find Mr. Rodrigo Roa Duterte fit to take part in pre-trial proceedings?
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A
26 January 2026
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B
8 September 2025
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C
23 September 2025
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D
18 July 2023
25
What was the outcome of the Defence's request for an indefinite adjournment?
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A
It was rejected by the Chamber
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B
It was granted by the Chamber
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C
It was postponed for further review
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D
It was accepted with conditions
26
How many counts of crimes against humanity is Mr. Duterte suspected of, according to the Prosecution's submission?
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A
3 counts
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B
1 count
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C
2 counts
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D
4 counts
27
Count 1 of the alleged crimes involves murders in or around Davao City during which period?
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A
The Mayoral period
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B
The Presidential period
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C
The Vice Mayoral period
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D
The period before he held office
28
Count 2 of the alleged crimes involves murders of High-Value Targets during which period?
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A
The Presidential period
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B
The Mayoral period
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C
The period of being Vice Mayor
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D
The period as founder of DDS
29
Count 3 of the alleged crimes involves murders and attempted murders during what specific operations?
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A
Barangay clearance operations
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B
Anti-drug operations
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C
Counter-insurgency operations
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D
Border patrol operations
