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PDIC Deposit Insurance Disputes: Court of Appeals Has Exclusive Jurisdiction
The Supreme Court clarifies that petitions questioning PDIC denials of deposit insurance claims must be filed with the Court of Appeals, not the RTC.
PDIC Deposit Insurance Denials: Court of Appeals Holds Exclusive Certiorari Jurisdiction
Supreme Court clarifies that PDIC deposit insurance claim denials must be challenged via certiorari before the Court of Appeals, not the RTC.
Acquittal Due to Chain of Custody Breach: Safeguarding Rights in Drug Cases
The Supreme Court acquits drug accused due to fatal chain of custody breaches, reinforcing that strict compliance with Section 21, RA 9165, protects the innocent.
Chain of Custody Failures in Drug Cases: Acquittal of Accused in Buy-Bust Operation
Supreme Court acquits two accused in drug case due to chain of custody violations, emphasizing strict compliance with Section 21 of RA 9165.
Acquittal in Drug Cases: Why Chain of Custody Compliance Is Non-Negotiable
The Supreme Court acquits drug suspects due to broken chain of custody, reinforcing strict compliance with Section 21 of RA 9165.
When Church Governance Prevails: Minister Reassignment and Labor Jurisdiction in the Philippines
The Supreme Court clarifies when a pastor's non-reappointment is an ecclesiastical affair beyond labor tribunals' jurisdiction, and why courts respect church autonomy.
Acquittal in Drug Case Highlights Strict Chain of Custody and Witness Rules
Supreme Court acquits drug suspect, stressing strict compliance with chain of custody and required witnesses under RA 9165.
Chain of Custody in Drug Cases: Lessons from a Landmark Philippine Supreme Court Ruling
A Supreme Court ruling shows why strict compliance with Section 21, RA 9165 is vital in drug cases. Learn the chain of custody rule.
Chains Unbroken Safeguarding Rights IN Drug Cases Through Strict Evidence Admissibility
Chain of Custody in Drug Cases: Why Missing Witnesses Can Overturn a Conviction
A Supreme Court ruling shows how failure to secure required witnesses during drug evidence inventory can lead to acquittal.
Understanding Illegal Drug Possession Insights From A Landmark Philippine Supreme Court Case
A Supreme Court acquittal in a drug buy-bust case highlights strict rules on evidence and witness presence.
Accountability Despite Initial Intent Murder Conviction Upheld Absent Treachery BUT With Weakened Defense Qualifying Circumstance
Compromised Chain of Custody A Blow to Drug Convictions
Supreme Court acquits drug suspect when inventory lacked DOJ representative, stressing strict chain of custody compliance under RA 9165.
Breaking the Chain: Safeguarding Rights in Drug Cases Through Strict Evidence Protocols
A drug conviction reversed because police broke the chain of custody. Learn the strict evidence rules in Philippine drug cases.
Chain of Custody in Drug Cases: Why Strict Compliance with Section 21 Matters
The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect because police failed to follow Section 21 witness requirements, stressing the need for strict chain of custody compliance.
Reasonable Doubt Prevails Safeguarding Rights IN Drug Cases With Strict Chain OF Custody
Online Psychological Abuse Under RA 9262: High Court Sets Social Media Evidence Rules
The Supreme Court affirms that Facebook posts can prove psychological abuse under RA 9262, setting guidelines on proving social media authorship and raising penalties for ICT use.
Acquittal for Broken Drug Chain of Custody: Grefaldo v. People Explained
A Supreme Court ruling shows why police must strictly follow drug evidence rules, or face acquittal.
Challenging Drug Possession: Upholding the Chain of Custody in Philippine Law
The Supreme Court acquits a drug possession accused after police failed to justify the absence of required witnesses during inventory, reaffirming the strict chain of custody rule.
Understanding Lascivious Conduct AND Rape Convictions Insights From A Landmark Philippine Supreme Court Case
Chain of Custody in Drug Cases: Why Procedural Lapses Lead to Acquittal
The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect due to broken chain of custody, underscoring strict compliance with Section 21 of RA 9165.
Chain of Custody in Drug Cases: What the Supreme Court Requires for Conviction
Explaining the Supreme Court's strict chain of custody rule in drug cases and why procedural lapses led to acquittal in People v. Zapanta.
Treachery in Philippine Criminal Law: When a Sudden Attack Is Not Murder
The Supreme Court clarifies that treachery cannot be presumed from suddenness alone, reducing a murder conviction to homicide in People v. Bulutano.
Condominium Board Disputes and Slander: When Words Cross the Line
A condominium board dispute led to a slander conviction. Learn the legal boundaries of speech and the consequences of public accusations.