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Plea Bargaining in Drug Cases: Court Rules vs Executive Discretion
The Supreme Court settles the conflict between DOJ circulars and its exclusive rule-making power over plea bargaining in drug cases.
Executive Power Limits in Treaty Withdrawal: Insights from Philippine Jurisprudence
The Supreme Court clarifies when the President may unilaterally withdraw from treaties, balancing executive discretion with legislative involvement.
Road Sharing Principle: Balancing Environmental Protection and Executive Discretion
The Supreme Court clarifies the limits of writs of kalikasan and continuing mandamus in environmental cases, respecting executive discretion.
Marcos Burial at Libingan ng mga Bayani: When Presidential Discretion Meets Legal Limits
The Supreme Court upheld President Duterte's decision to bury Ferdinand Marcos at the Libingan ng mga Bayani, ruling the act was a political question within executive discretion.
Presidential Approval and Contract Validity: Limits of Executive Power in Philippine Procurement
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies when presidential approval is required for government contracts and the limits of executive discretion in procurement.
Judicial Independence vs Executive Discretion in Criminal Prosecution: The Santos v. Orda Ruling
When may a court grant a prosecutor's motion to withdraw an information? The Supreme Court clarifies the limits of judicial deference to the DOJ.