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Understanding Illegal Drug Possession: Insights from a Landmark Philippine Supreme Court Case
A Supreme Court ruling clarifies when a failed buy-bust becomes illegal possession, and what the chain of custody requires.
Reasonable Doubt and Chain of Custody in Drug Cases: Lessons from People v. Quijano
The Supreme Court explains when a conviction for illegal drug possession stands despite chain of custody issues and claims of lack of knowledge.
Understanding Illegal Drug Possession Insights From A Landmark Philippine Supreme Court Case
A Supreme Court acquittal in a drug buy-bust case highlights strict rules on evidence and witness presence.
Protecting Rights Illegal Drug Possession AND THE Chain OF Custody Rule
The Supreme Court acquits a drug possession accused because police failed to comply with Section 21's witness requirements, reinforcing the chain of custody rule.
Reasonable Doubt and Illegal Drug Possession: When Mere Presence Isn't Enough
The Supreme Court acquits an inmate of drug possession, ruling that failure to comply with the chain of custody witness requirement undermines the prosecution's case.
Beyond Possession: Establishing Animus Possidendi in Drug Cases
The Supreme Court clarifies what it takes to prove animus possidendi in illegal drug possession cases under RA 9165.
Chain of Custody and Illegal Drug Possession: Ensuring Evidence Integrity
How the Supreme Court applies the chain of custody rule in drug cases, and why strict compliance with Section 21 may not always be required.
Unlawful Arrest and Illegal Drug Possession: Protecting Constitutional Rights
Supreme Court acquits drug suspect due to unlawful warrantless arrest, emphasizing constitutional rights against unreasonable searches and seizures.
Challenging Drug Busts: The Chain of Custody Rule in Illegal Drug Possession Cases
A Supreme Court ruling clarifies when airport searches are valid and how the chain of custody of seized drugs is established in Philippine drug cases.
Reasonable Doubt in Illegal Drug Possession: The Chain of Custody Rule Under Philippine Law
Why the Supreme Court acquitted two accused in a shabu possession case due to a broken chain of custody, and what this means for drug cases.
Chain of Custody and Illegal Drug Possession: Ensuring Integrity of Evidence
A Supreme Court ruling shows why broken chain of custody can lead to acquittal in illegal drug possession cases under RA 9165.
Possession vs Dominion: Defining Illegal Drug Possession in the Philippines
The Supreme Court clarifies actual vs constructive possession of illegal drugs, and when spouses sharing a home may both be liable.
Challenging Illegal Drug Possession: The Need for Valid Search Warrants and Proof of Ownership
Why a defective search warrant and weak proof of ownership led to an acquittal in a Philippine drug possession case.
Firearm License Validity for Foreign Nationals and Illegal Drug Possession in the Philippines
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on firearm licenses for foreign nationals and illegal possession of shabu under RA 6425.
Navigating Illegal Drug Possession Cases: Rights and Reclusion Perpetua
Understanding the Supreme Court's ruling on drug possession, constitutional rights during warrantless searches, and the penalty of reclusion perpetua.