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Jun 23, 2014 criminal law chain of custody dangerous drugs ra 9165 buy-bust operation evidence

Chain of Custody in Drug Cases: When Police Lapses Lead to Acquittal

Philippine Supreme Court clarifies that police non-compliance with Section 21, RA 9165 chain of custody rules can defeat drug prosecutions.

Dec 11, 2013 criminal-law chain-of-custody ra-9165 buy-bust evidence drug-cases

Chain of Custody in Drug Cases: Why Integrity of Evidence Matters for Conviction

Philippine Supreme Court acquits drug suspect over police failure to follow Section 21, RA 9165 chain of custody rules.

Jul 26, 2010 criminal procedure dangerous drugs buy-bust operation warrantless arrest chain of custody ra 9165

Beyond Labels: Substance Over Form in Appellate Procedure and Drug Cases

A Supreme Court ruling on buy-bust operations shows how courts prioritize substance over form in procedural compliance and evidence.