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May 10, 1999 custodial investigation admissibility of confessions constitutional rights criminal procedure media interviews people v domantay

Confessions to Media in Philippine Law: The Domantay Case on Custodial Investigation

When are confessions to media admissible in Philippine courts? The Domantay case explains the limits of custodial investigation rights.

Oct 11, 1998 kidnapping ransom murder special complex crime revised penal code criminal law

Kidnapping for Ransom with Murder: The Special Complex Crime Explained

Philippine law treats kidnapping for ransom that ends in death as one special complex crime. Learn the rule from People v. Ramos.

Aug 19, 1998 robbery highway robbery revised penal code presidential decree 532 philippine criminal law

Robbery vs. Highway Robbery in the Philippines: Key Distinctions Explained

Philippine law distinguishes simple robbery from highway robbery under P.D. 532. Learn how the Supreme Court clarified this crucial difference.