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Conduct Prejudicial to the Best Interest of the Service: Why a Second Offense Means Dismissal
The Supreme Court ruled that a second finding of conduct prejudicial to the best interest of the service carries the mandatory penalty of dismissal.
Chain of Custody in Drug Cases: When Police Lapses Lead to Acquittal
The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect because police failed to secure required witnesses under Section 21, RA 9165. Learn the rules.
Upholding Chain of Custody: Integrity of Drug Evidence in Buy-Bust Operations
Philippine Supreme Court acquits drug suspect over broken chain of custody, stressing strict Section 21 compliance and witness requirements.
Chain of Custody Safeguarding Drug Evidence and Protecting Rights in Illegal Sale Cases
Philippine Supreme Court acquits drug suspect where police failed to secure required witnesses under Section 21, RA 9165, reaffirming chain of custody rules.
Chain of Custody in Drug Cases: Why Procedural Lapses Lead to Acquittal
The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect due to unjustified lapses in the chain of custody, emphasizing strict compliance with Section 21 of RA 9165.
Supreme Court Acquits Drug Suspect Over Missing Witnesses in Buy-Bust Operation
SC acquits drug suspect because police failed to secure required witnesses during buy-bust inventory, compromising evidence integrity.
Chain of Custody Safeguarding Rights in Drug Cases: People v. Bricero
The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect due to police lapses in chain of custody, reinforcing rights under Section 21 of RA 9165.
Chain of Custody Safeguarding Drug Evidence and Protecting Individual Rights
The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect because police failed to follow Section 21's witness and inventory rules, protecting the accused's rights.
Proving Land Is Alienable and Disposable: Highpoint v. Republic
Land registration applicants must present both a CENRO certification and a certified true copy of the DENR Secretary's land classification.
Chain of Custody Safeguarding Rights in Drug Cases
The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect over police lapses in Section 21 chain of custody, reinforcing the presumption of innocence.
Drug Case Dismissed: Chain of Custody Rule Protects Against Evidence Tampering
Supreme Court acquits drug suspect because police failed to follow Section 21 chain of custody rules, protecting against evidence planting and tampering.
Chain of Custody in Drug Cases: Why Missing Witnesses Can Overturn a Conviction
The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect because police failed to secure required witnesses during inventory, reinforcing strict chain of custody rules.
Chain of Custody in Drug Cases: Why Strict Compliance Still Matters
The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect because police failed to secure required witnesses during inventory, reinforcing strict chain of custody rules.
Chain of Custody in Drug Cases: Why Compliance With Section 21 Is Crucial
A buy-bust conviction reversed because police failed to justify non-compliance with Section 21, RA 9165. Learn the rules.
Brokerage Disputes and Jurisdiction: Lessons from Ku v. RCBC Securities
A look at Ku v. RCBC Securities on RTC jurisdiction over brokerage disputes and the rules on docket fees.
Seafarers' Disability Claims: The Binding Effect of the Company Physician's Fitness Certification
When a seafarer disagrees with the company physician's fitness assessment, the POEA-SEC requires referral to a third doctor. Skipping this step can doom a disability claim.
Chain of Custody in Drug Cases: Why Missing Witnesses Can Lead to Acquittal
The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect because police failed to secure required witnesses during inventory, underscoring strict chain of custody rules.
Chain of Custody Rule in Drug Cases: Why Witness Presence Matters
The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect where police failed to secure required witnesses during inventory, reinforcing the chain of custody rule.
Security of Tenure vs. Appointment: The Dator Case on Local Government Officials
The Supreme Court clarifies the rules on appointing municipal administrators, the condonation doctrine, and the limits of injunctive relief in Ombudsman cases.
Safeguarding Rights: The Importance of Witness Requirements in Drug Cases
Why the Supreme Court acquitted a drug suspect when police failed to secure required witnesses during inventory.
When Doubt Prevails in Rape Cases: The Importance of Credible Testimony and Prompt Reporting
The Supreme Court acquits a rape accused, stressing that doubtful testimony and unexplained delay in reporting can defeat the prosecution's case.
Safeguarding Rights Chain OF Custody AND Drug Case Acquittals IN THE Philippines
Why the Supreme Court acquitted a drug suspect when police failed to follow Section 21's witness requirements during inventory.
Piece-Rate Workers Are Regular Employees Entitled to Security of Tenure
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies that piece-rate payment does not negate regular employment, and abandonment requires proof of intent.
Chain of Custody in Drug Cases: Protecting Evidence Integrity Under RA 9165
Explaining the chain of custody rule in drug cases through People v. Baradi, and why strict compliance secures convictions.