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Showing 1–3 of 3 articles for “batas pambansa blg. 22”

Dishonored Checks and Moral Turpitude: Dismissal in Public Service

A court employee's conviction for violating Batas Pambansa Blg. 22 (Bouncing Checks Law) constitutes a crime involving moral turpitude, warranting dismissal from public service.

Bouncing Checks Intent Is Irrelevant Under Batas Pambansa Blg. 22

The Supreme Court clarifies that under the Bouncing Checks Law, criminal intent and purpose are irrelevant. Issuing a bad check is malum prohibitum.

Bouncing Checks and Estafa: Understanding the Nuances of Philippine Law

When do bouncing checks become estafa, and when are they merely violations of Batas Pambansa Blg. 22? The Supreme Court clarifies.