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Apr 25, 2023 indirect contempt sub judice rule freedom of the press judicial ethics media law abs-cbn

When Media Interviews Can Lead to Indirect Contempt: The ABS-CBN v. Ampatuan Ruling

The Supreme Court clarifies the sub judice rule and when media interviews of witnesses may constitute indirect contempt.

Dec 15, 2000 libel fair reporting privilege media law criminal law philippine law

Fair Reporting Privilege When Media Coverage of Official Proceedings Is Protected From Libel Suits in the Phil

Learn how the fair reporting privilege shields media coverage of official proceedings from libel suits in the Philippines, with rules and limits explained.