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Oct 28, 2024 administrative law coa disallowance good faith public officials pdaf government accountability

Good Faith Defense: When Public Officials Can Avoid Liability for Disallowed Fund Transfers

The Supreme Court clarifies when good faith shields public officials from personal liability in COA disallowances involving PDAF fund transfers.

Mar 13, 2006 election law criminal law good faith defense mala in se vote canvassing ra 6646

Good Faith as a Defense in Philippine Election Offenses: The Garcia Case

When can good faith excuse an election officer's error? The Garcia ruling explains intent in vote canvassing offenses under RA 6646.

Nov 24, 1999 falsification criminal law public documents good faith defense sandiganbayan revised penal code

Falsification of Public Documents: When Good Faith Fails as a Defense

Good faith may defend falsification charges, but it must be proven. Resoso v. Sandiganbayan shows why authorization and documentation matter.