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Apr 13, 2007administrative lawjurisdictionombudsmanpublic school teachersmagna carta for public school teachers
When Jurisdiction Attaches: The Ombudsman vs. DECS in Public School Teacher Cases
The Supreme Court clarifies which agency has jurisdiction over administrative cases against public school teachers, explaining the limits of the Ombudsman's disciplinary authority.
Apr 13, 2007administrative-lawombudsmanpublic-school-teachersmagna-carta-for-teachersjurisdictiondue-process
Concurrent Jurisdiction in Administrative Cases: Protecting Teachers' Rights Under RA 4670
The Supreme Court clarifies how the Ombudsman and DECS share jurisdiction over administrative cases involving public school teachers.