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Jul 6, 1997 criminal law buy-bust operation entrapment instigation dangerous drugs philippine supreme court

Buy-Bust Operations in the Philippines: Entrapment vs. Instigation Explained

Understand the legal line between entrapment and instigation in Philippine buy-bust operations, and what the Supreme Court's ruling in People v. De Vera means for drug cases.

Sep 29, 1996 illegal recruitment estafa labor law philippine law overseas employment supreme court

Illegal Recruitment and Estafa in the Philippines: Key Lessons from a Supreme Court Case

Learn how Philippine courts handle illegal recruitment and estafa, and what job seekers must know to avoid scams.

Jul 16, 1996 attempted rape criminal law revised penal code rape philippine law

Attempted Rape in the Philippines: Elements, Intent, and Legal Consequences

Learn the legal distinction between consummated and attempted rape in the Philippines, including the elements of intent, overt acts, and interruption.

Feb 21, 1996 child witness competency credibility rules of court criminal procedure evidence

Child Witness Testimony in Philippine Courts: Competency and Credibility Standards

Philippine courts evaluate child witness competency case-by-case. Learn the standards from People v. Mendoza and practical takeaways.

Jun 21, 1992 anti-graft ra-3019 conflict-of-interest public-officers sandiganbayan criminal-law

Conflict of Interest Under RA 3019: The Domingo Case on Public Office Integrity

A mayor's conviction for conflict of interest under RA 3019 Section 3(h) shows why public officials must avoid even the appearance of impropriety.