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Feb 27, 2013 administrative law grave neglect of duty ombudsman public officers civil service

Grave Neglect of Duty in Public Office: The Samson De Leon Case

When does a public official's inaction become grave neglect of duty? The Supreme Court clarifies the standard in this administrative law case.