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Jun 15, 2021 writ of amparo right to privacy surveillance spousal privilege human rights philippine law

Protecting Privacy and Security: Understanding the Writ of Amparo in Philippine Law

The Supreme Court affirms that the writ of amparo protects families of suspected rebels from surveillance, upholding privacy and spousal privileges.

Feb 21, 2005 filial privilege family code evidence child testimony philippine law

Filial Privilege When CAN A Child Testify Against A Parent IN Philippine Courts

Philippine law on when a child may testify against a parent in court, explained in plain language for lay readers.