Senator Marcoleta has declined to enter a plea in a case before the Sandiganbayan, leading the court to formally register a “not guilty” plea on their behalf. The case, filed under Presidential Decree 46 – the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act – alleges wrongdoing regarding gifts received by the senator. Details of the alleged offense remain limited, but the court proceedings have now officially begun with the defense’s implicit denial of guilt. This not guilty plea sets the stage for a trial where the prosecution will present evidence to substantiate the allegations. The Sandiganbayan is a specialized court in the Philippines tasked with hearing cases involving public officials accused of corruption. Further updates will depend on the court schedule and evidence presented during the trial.