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Showing 1–4 of 4 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 and Broken Promises: Liability Under Batas Pambansa Blg. 22

The Supreme Court in Bayani v. People explains why issuing a worthless check is a crime against public order, not merely a failure to pay a debt.

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.