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AWOL in the Judiciary: Dropping From the Rolls and Public Accountability
The Supreme Court explains when a court employee may be dropped from the rolls for absence without official leave under the 2017 RACCS.
Absence Without Leave: Upholding Public Service Standards in the Philippine Judiciary
Court personnel who go AWOL face dropping from the rolls. Learn the rules and consequences from a 2019 Supreme Court ruling.
Unexcused Absence When Neglect of Duty Leads to Removal From Public Service
Continuous AWOL for 30 working days can lead to dropping from the rolls. Learn the rules and consequences for government employees.
Dropping from the Rolls for AWOL: A Court Employee's Duty of Accountability
The Supreme Court explains when a government employee may be dropped from the rolls for absence without official leave (AWOL) under the 2017 RACCS.
AWOL and Dropping from the Rolls: Employee Rights Under Philippine Law
Learn the rules on AWOL in the Philippine civil service, including the 30-day rule, non-disciplinary separation, and employee rights.
Dropping From THE Rolls Upholding Accountability IN Public Service Through Removal FOR Unexcused Absences
Unexcused Absence When Is Dropping From the Rolls Justified
When does an employee's absence become AWOL? The Supreme Court explains the rule on dropping from the rolls.
Unsatisfactory Performance: When Two Consecutive Bad Ratings Justify Dropping from the Rolls
The Supreme Court explains when two consecutive unsatisfactory performance ratings justify dropping a court employee from the rolls.
Abandonment of Duty, Unauthorized Absences, and the Doctrine of Dropping From the Rolls
Philippine Supreme Court explains when a court employee may be dropped from the rolls for AWOL and unauthorized foreign travel.
Dropping from the Rolls for Unsatisfactory Ratings: Court Stenographer Case
Supreme Court affirms dropping a court stenographer from the rolls for two consecutive unsatisfactory performance ratings, citing public service demands.
AWOL and Dismissal: Consequences of Unexcused Absences for Philippine Government Employees
Learn how Philippine civil service rules treat AWOL—30 days of unexcused absence can lead to separation or dropping from the rolls.
AWOL in Philippine Government Service: Understanding Absence Without Official Leave and Its Consequences
Learn what AWOL means in Philippine government service, the 30-day rule, and the consequences of dropping from the rolls.