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Reasonable Doubt When Evidence Fails to Prove Illegal Drug Transport
The Supreme Court acquits three accused of transporting shabu where prosecution failed to prove they were on board the vehicle and broke the chain of custody.
Chain of Custody Safeguarding Drug Evidence and Ensuring Fair Trials
The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect after police failed to secure an elected official and follow Section 21 of RA 9165.
When Buy-Bust Operations Fail the Chain of Custody: Acquittal in People v. Moreno
The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect because police failed to secure required witnesses under Section 21, RA 9165.
Chain of Custody and Witness Requirements in Drug Cases: Safeguarding the Accused's Rights
The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect because police failed to justify missing witnesses during inventory and mishandled evidence authentication.
Chain of Custody in Drug Cases: Why Missing a DOJ Witness Led to Acquittal
The Supreme Court acquitted a drug suspect because police failed to justify the absence of a DOJ representative during inventory, stressing strict chain-of-custody compliance.
Reasonable Doubt Prevails: Chain of Custody Lapse Leads to Acquittal in Drug Case
A missed DOJ representative during inventory breaks the chain of custody, leading to acquittal in People v. Cohayco.
Plain View Doctrine and Warrantless Arrests: Safeguarding Rights in Drug Cases
The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect, underscoring the mandatory rules on warrantless arrests, chain of custody, and presumption of innocence.
Broken Chain of Custody: How Strict Evidence Handling Secured an Acquittal in a Drug Case
In People v. Sumilip, the Supreme Court acquitted a drug-sale accused after finding the police failed to preserve the chain of custody of the seized marijuana.
Strict 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, reinforcing strict compliance with Section 21 of RA 9165.
Reasonable Doubt Prevails Navigating Chain OF Custody IN Drug Cases
Strict Compliance With Drug Evidence Procedures Protects the Accused's Rights
The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect because police failed to follow Section 21 chain of custody rules under RA 9165.
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Safeguarding Rights: The Peril of Shortcuts in Drug Cases and the Importance of Due Process
In People v. Sumilip, the Supreme Court acquitted an accused after police failed to follow the strict chain of custody rules under the Dangerous Drugs Act.
Broken Chain of Custody Leads to Acquittal in Drug Case
The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect after police breached chain of custody rules, underscoring the need to protect the integrity of seized evidence.
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Flaws in Drug Evidence Chain of Custody and Rights in Illegal Drug Cases
The Supreme Court acquits drug suspects when police fail to strictly follow Section 21 chain of custody rules under RA 9165.
Safeguarding Rights: The Importance of Chain of Custody in Drug Cases
The Supreme Court acquits two drug suspects due to the prosecution's failure to comply with the chain of custody rule under Section 21 of RA 9165.
Chain of Custody in Drug Cases: When Police Lapses Lead to Acquittal
The Supreme Court acquits two drug suspects after police fail to justify missing witnesses during inventory, reinforcing strict chain of custody rules.
Flaws in Drug Evidence Handling Lead to Acquittal: Strict Chain of Custody Vital
Philippine Supreme Court acquits drug suspect over broken chain of custody and illegal arrest, stressing strict Section 21 compliance.
Broken Chains: Safeguarding Drug Evidence and Ensuring Fair Trials in the Philippines
The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect after police breached the chain of custody rule, underscoring the need for strict evidence handling.
Unlawful Checkpoints Protecting Constitutional Rights Against Warrantless Searches
A drug suspect's acquittal shows why strict compliance with chain of custody rules and constitutional safeguards is vital in buy-bust operations.
Unlawful Arrests and Drug Possession: Safeguarding Constitutional Rights in Philippine Law
The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect over a broken chain of custody, underscoring constitutional safeguards in buy-bust operations.
Chain of Custody in Drug Cases: Why Missing Witnesses Can Overturn a Conviction
Philippine Supreme Court acquits drug possession convict because police failed to justify the absence of required witnesses during inventory.