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Conspiracy in Robbery With Homicide: Liability and Due Process Under Philippine Law
The Supreme Court clarifies conspiracy liability in robbery with homicide, the due process rights of accused persons, and how physical injuries merge into the crime.
When Courts Can Overturn the Justice Secretary in Firearm Cases: Due Process Explained
The Supreme Court clarifies when courts may—and may not—set aside the Justice Secretary's ruling in illegal possession of firearms cases.
Demolition Requires Special Court Order: Morta v. Sañez and Due Process
A writ of execution does not authorize demolition. A special court order after notice and hearing is required under Rule 39, Section 10(d).
Kidnapping FOR Ransom IN THE Philippines THE Vital Role OF State Witnesses AND DUE Process
Res Judicata in Philippine Courts: Why Final Judgments Matter
Learn how final judgments bind parties in Philippine courts, and why due process in contempt proceedings is non-negotiable.
Judicial Efficiency and Accountability: Understanding Timely Case Resolution in Philippine Courts
A look at execution pending appeal, "good reasons" requirement, and how Philippine courts balance speedy justice with due process.
Trial Delays Have Consequences: Edrial v. Quilat-Quilat on Due Process
When parties repeatedly seek postponements, courts may finally refuse to reopen a case. Learn the limits of due process in trial proceedings.
Judicial Overreach AND Dismissal When Judges Ignore DUE Process AND Basic LAW
CSC Resolution Cannot Be Enforced While Pending Appeal: Due Process Rules
The Supreme Court clarifies that a CSC resolution pending appeal cannot be immediately enforced, upholding due process rights of public officials.
Reasonable Doubt and Due Process in Criminal Cases: The Arco Acquittal
A look at how the Supreme Court’s ruling in People v. Arco underscores the presumption of innocence and the prosecution’s burden in criminal cases.
Due Process in Employee Dismissal: What Philippine Workers Should Know
The Supreme Court clarifies what procedural due process really means in employee dismissals, using a Philippine Airlines case as a guide.
Upholding Judicial Impartiality: Lessons from Judge Luzano's Ex Parte Inspection
A judge's ex parte ocular inspection after trial violates due process and the appearance of impartiality, as shown in this administrative case.
Precision in Charges: How a Flaw in a Rape Indictment Spared a Defendant from Death Penalty in the Philippines
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on People v. San Juan clarifies how a defective rape indictment affects penalties and due process.
PEZA Cannot Cancel Lease Contracts Without Due Process: The Saffirou Ruling
The Supreme Court ruled that PEZA's unilateral cancellation of a lease agreement without hearing violates due process and may be enjoined by courts.
Due Process in Preliminary Investigations: Raro v. Sandiganbayan Explained
The Supreme Court clarifies that defects in a preliminary investigation do not automatically invalidate an information or violate due process.
Due Process Limits of Disqualification and the Duty of Judicial Impartiality
A look at how the Supreme Court defined the limits of res judicata and the duty of judges to remain impartial in Salanga v. Alagar.
Ejectment Case Dismissal for Failure to Appear: Due Process in Philippine Summary Proceedings
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies when failure to appear at preliminary conference in ejectment cases warrants judgment and what due process requires.
Judicial Accountability: Due Process in Ejectment Cases and the Ombudsman's Limits
When can the Ombudsman investigate a judge? The Supreme Court clarifies the rule on judicial accountability in ejectment cases.
Right to Photocopy Ballots in Philippine Election Protests: Due Process and Fair Elections
A look at the Supreme Court's ruling on a COMELEC order declaring a ghost precinct, and the due process rights of voters in election protests.
Jurisdiction Over Foreign Entities: Summons and Due Process in Philippine Courts
When can Philippine courts validly exercise jurisdiction over foreign corporations? The Banco do Brasil case explains the rules on summons and due process.
Reconstitution of Land Titles: Protecting Property Rights in the Philippines
A Philippine Supreme Court ruling on judicial reconstitution of lost titles, emphasizing due process and jurisdictional requirements to protect property rights.
Correcting Manifest Errors in Election Returns: The Angelia Case
How COMELEC can correct obvious tallying errors in election returns even after proclamation, and why due process still matters.
Due Process in Administrative Dismissal: Fair Opportunity to Respond in PNP Cases
The Supreme Court clarifies that due process in administrative cases requires notice and an opportunity to explain, not a full trial-type hearing.
Due Process and Judicial Conduct: When Speedy Action Becomes Abuse of Authority
A judge who ruled on a motion before the scheduled hearing was fined for violating due process. Learn the rules on notice and hearing.