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Apr 12, 2000 bouncing checks bp 22 criminal law checks account closed

Bouncing Checks and Criminal Liability: Why Account Sufficiency Matters

Philippine Supreme Court explains when issuing a check against a closed account becomes a crime under BP 22, and why account sufficiency at issuance is key.

Dec 2, 1999 criminal-law estafa bouncing-check negotiable-instruments-law loan-security supreme-court

When a Bouncing Check Isn't Estafa: Checks as Loan Security in the Philippines

Philippine Supreme Court ruling on when postdated checks given as loan security, not payment, cannot result in estafa conviction.

Dec 1, 1999 bp 22 bouncing checks law notice of dishonor criminal law betty king case

Notice of Dishonor Under BP 22: Why Actual Receipt Matters in Bouncing Check Cases

Under BP 22, a bounced check issuer can only be convicted if properly notified of dishonor. The Betty King case shows why actual notice is crucial.

Sep 30, 1999 criminal procedure speedy trial judicial discipline postponements arraignment bp 22

Unreasonable Trial Delays: A Judge's Duty to Control Court Proceedings

When a judge tolerates repeated postponements, the Supreme Court steps in. Learn the rules on trial delays and judicial accountability.

Apr 21, 1999 estafa bouncing checks investment scam revised penal code supreme court philippine law

Bouncing Checks and Broken Promises: Understanding Estafa in Philippine Investment Schemes

Learn how the Supreme Court treats investment scams involving bouncing checks, deceit, and estafa under Philippine law.

Apr 20, 1999 grave slander defamation criminal law revised penal code supreme court philippines

Grave Slander in the Philippines: Lessons from Artajos v. Court of Appeals

Learn how Philippine law punishes grave slander, the elements prosecutors must prove, and key lessons from the Supreme Court's Artajos ruling.

Sep 24, 1997 real-estate-law mortgage future-advances foreclosure compulsory-counterclaim supreme-court

Mortgage Contracts and Future Advances: Understanding the Scope of Security in Philippine Law

When does a real estate mortgage cover future loans beyond the stated amount? The Supreme Court explains in Quintanilla v. RCBC.

Aug 21, 1997 bouncing checks civil liability bp 22 estafa check dishonor philippine law

Liability for Dishonored Checks: When Civil Damages Can Be Recovered

A Supreme Court ruling clarifies when a party can recover civil damages from a check issuer even if criminal liability under B.P. 22 is not established.

Jul 28, 1997 criminal law bouncing checks law bp 22 territorial jurisdiction supreme court philippines

Territorial Jurisdiction and Bouncing Checks Law: Where Can You Be Sued

The Supreme Court explains where a B.P. 22 bouncing checks case may be filed, based on territorial jurisdiction rules.

Jan 2, 1997 contract law obligations estoppel corporate authority civil code

Contract Validity and Enforceability: Lessons from Roblett v. Court of Appeals

A 1997 Supreme Court ruling on contract validity, authority to sign, and estoppel in Philippine obligations law.