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Court Employee Reprimanded for Disrespectful Conduct Toward a Judge
A Supreme Court ruling reminds court personnel that discourtesy toward judges violates the Code of Conduct and diminishes public trust.
Court Employee Disciplined for Interfering with Execution of Judgment
A court records officer was fined P5,000 for using her position to stop a sheriff's sale execution on behalf of a friend, violating the Code of Conduct for Court Personnel.
Upholding Integrity in the Judiciary: Dishonesty and Misconduct Lead to Dismissal for Court Personnel
Clerk of Court dismissed for dishonesty, forgery, and misuse of public funds in violation of the Code of Conduct for Court Personnel.
Court Personnel Extortion: Dismissal for Misappropriation of Court Funds
Supreme Court ruling on court employee extortion and misappropriation of court documents, explaining penalties under the new Code of Conduct.