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Jul 9, 1996 judicial discretion certiorari grave abuse of discretion rules of court civil procedure

When a Judge's Error Becomes Grave Abuse of Discretion: Lessons from Santiago Land Development

Philippine Supreme Court clarifies when a judge's mistake in denying a motion to dismiss rises to grave abuse of discretion correctable by certiorari.

Jun 14, 1996 bail due process criminal procedure administrative case judges rule 114

Bail Hearings Protecting Due Process in Philippine Criminal Law

A judge was dismissed for granting bail without hearing and acquitting before defense rested. Learn the due process rules.

Mar 27, 1996 fiduciary duty administrative law government officials gross neglect judiciary public accountability

Consequences of Neglecting Fiduciary Duties: A Guide for Philippine Government Officials

Learn how a judge's four-year delay in remitting court funds led to a P20,000 fine for gross neglect of duty.

Mar 20, 1996 judicial efficiency gross inefficiency case delay code of judicial conduct supreme court philippine courts

Judicial Efficiency Consequences FOR Judges Delaying Case Resolutions IN THE Philippines

Learn the consequences for judges who delay case resolutions in the Philippines, citing the Supreme Court's ruling on gross inefficiency.

Mar 13, 1996 criminal law rape credibility of witnesses victim testimony revised penal code supreme court

Rape Conviction Based on Victim's Testimony: Understanding Credibility in Philippine Law

Philippine Supreme Court explains when a rape conviction can rest solely on the victim's credible testimony, and why force or intimidation is judged from the victim's perspective.

Mar 5, 1996 judicial conduct code of judicial conduct administrative case judges ethics

Judicial Conduct: When a Judge's Off-Bench Behavior Becomes Administrative Liability

A judge's drunken demand that a doctor sign a death certificate violated judicial conduct rules, resulting in a P10,000 fine.

Mar 5, 1996 probable cause arrest warrant criminal procedure preliminary investigation rules of court

Probable Cause and Issuance of Arrest Warrants: The Roberts Case Explained

When must a judge examine records before issuing warrants? The Roberts case clarifies probable cause and arrest warrant rules.

Feb 28, 1996 judicial ethics inhibition disqualification of judges preliminary investigation warrant of arrest administrative case

Judicial Ethics: When Should a Judge Inhibit From a Case

Philippine Supreme Court clarifies when a judge must inhibit from a case to preserve impartiality and avoid the appearance of bias.

Feb 28, 1996 judicial delay administrative liability judges constitutional deadlines code of judicial conduct supreme court

Judicial Delay Consequences: Judges Must Decide Cases Within 90 Days

The Supreme Court holds judges administratively liable for failing to decide cases within the 90-day constitutional period, as shown in Lopez v. Alon.

Jan 30, 1996 judicial accountability arrest warrant administrative case grave misconduct judge liability criminal procedure

Judge Fined for Erroneous Issuance of Arrest Warrant Against Non-Accused

A judge was fined P10,000 for issuing an arrest warrant against a person not named as accused. The Court ruled the mistake was inexcusable negligence.

Jan 29, 1996 notary public judges judicial ethics code of judicial conduct administrative liability

Can a Judge Act as Notary Public? Limits on Judicial Notarization in the Philippines

Philippine judges may notarize documents only within official functions. Learn the limits, the Asis ruling, and practical compliance tips.

Jan 22, 1996 speedy trial judicial delay administrative case judge liability criminal procedure philippine courts

Judicial Delay Consequences for Judges and the Right to a Speedy Trial in the Philippines

A Supreme Court ruling on judge liability for trial delays and the constitutional right to speedy trial in the Philippines.