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Court Employee's Vulgar Outburst: Simple Misconduct Under Civil Service Rules
When a Sandiganbayan security guard cursed co-workers, the Supreme Court ruled it was simple misconduct, not grave misconduct.
Teacher Discipline and Due Process: Grave Misconduct in Philippine Schools
A teacher's physical punishment of a student constitutes grave misconduct, but mitigating factors can temper the penalty of dismissal.
Demanding Money for Reassignment: Extortion as Grave Misconduct in Public Service
When a fire marshal demanded P5,000 from subordinates to keep their posts, the Supreme Court upheld his dismissal for grave misconduct.
Dismissal for Misconduct When Neglect and Delay Cost Judicial Positions
A municipal treasurer's dismissal for serious dishonesty and grave misconduct was upheld despite procedural lapses, as the Supreme Court ruled on appeal rules and substantial justice.
Breach OF Public Trust Dishonesty AND Grave Misconduct IN Public Office
Upholding Ethical Conduct Liability for Grave Misconduct Despite Reliance on Subordinates
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies when reliance on subordinates excuses government officials from administrative liability for ghost projects.
Dismissal for Dishonesty and Grave Misconduct in Mismanaging Court Funds
Court dismisses clerk of court for P597K shortage in collections, ruling that restitution cannot erase serious breach of duty.
Dishonesty AND Grave Misconduct Dismissal FOR Clerks OF Court Handling Judiciary Funds
Ombudsman's Power to Dismiss for Dishonesty and Grave Misconduct
The Supreme Court affirms the Ombudsman's power to dismiss erring public employees, not merely recommend their removal, in a case involving unremitted customs collections.
Court Employee Dismissed for Misappropriating Cash Evidence in Criminal Cases
A court legal researcher who took P45,000 in cash evidence for alleged court repairs was dismissed for grave misconduct and dishonesty.
Court Fines Utility Worker for Grave Misconduct Involving Court Documents
Utility worker fined P10,000 for grave misconduct after taking court records and DTRs without authority, highlighting accountability in the judiciary.
Upholding Integrity: Consequences of Misconduct for Court Employees in the Philippines
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on grave misconduct by court employees, explaining penalties, ethical standards, and why resignation does not erase liability.
Philippine Sheriff Accountability Upholding Timely Writ Execution AND Proper Fund Handling
Supreme Court rules on sheriff's grave misconduct for delayed writ return and mishandling of execution proceeds in Sorsogon case.
Grave Misconduct and Dismissal: When a Police Officer Serves as a Private Bodyguard
A police officer's unauthorized work as a private bodyguard is grave misconduct warranting dismissal, even with long service.
Grave Misconduct vs Conduct Prejudicial: Understanding Employee Discipline in the Philippines
A look at how Philippine jurisprudence distinguishes grave misconduct from conduct prejudicial to the best interest of the service.
Good Faith No Defense for Sheriff Who Collected Execution Fees Without Court Approval
Philippine Supreme Court holds sheriff liable for grave misconduct, dishonesty, and neglect of duty for collecting execution expenses without prior court approval.
Sheriff’s Duties, Integrity, and Procedure in Executing Writs of Execution
A sheriff’s duty to execute a writ is ministerial; demanding money without court approval is grave misconduct. Learn the rules.
Grave Misconduct in the Philippine Judiciary: What Court Employees Should Know
A Supreme Court ruling explains why court employees face dismissal for grave misconduct, even if criminal charges are dismissed.
Clerk of Court Misconduct: Consequences and Prevention in Philippine Courts
A former clerk of court was dismissed for dishonesty and grave misconduct over unremitted fiduciary funds. Learn the rules and safeguards.
Breach of Trust: Dismissal for Dishonesty and Grave Misconduct in Philippine Courts
A clerk of court's falsified receipts and unreported collections led to dismissal for dishonesty and grave misconduct in this Philippine Supreme Court ruling.
Negligence and Misconduct of Court Personnel: Lessons from a Clerk of Court and Sheriff Case
A Supreme Court ruling shows how negligence by clerks of court and grave misconduct by sheriffs can derail justice and bring severe penalties.
IBP Elections: Enforcing Rotation and Upholding Ethical Conduct in Bar Governance
The Supreme Court settles the 2009 IBP leadership crisis, affirming mandatory rotation rules and penalizing grave misconduct by bar officers.
Grave Misconduct in the Judiciary: Consequences for Court Employees
A sheriff's habitual absenteeism led to dismissal. Learn the rules on unauthorized absences and accountability in the Judiciary.
Resignation Does Not Erase Grave Misconduct: Court Stenographer's Administrative Liability
Supreme Court rules resignation does not absolve court personnel of administrative liability for grave misconduct like soliciting money.