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Oct 20, 2024 search warrant scattershot warrant one specific offense constitutional law rule 126 criminal procedure

Scattershot Search Warrants: The “One Specific Offense” Rule Explained

When does a search warrant become an invalid “scattershot” warrant? The Supreme Court clarifies the “one specific offense” rule in Puguon v. People.

Jan 31, 2023 stop-and-frisk warrantless search criminal law constitutional rights illegal search

Stop-and-Frisk Searches in the Philippines: When Are They Legal?

Learn when Philippine police may legally conduct stop-and-frisk searches, what limits apply, and your rights during such encounters.

Jul 12, 2022 criminal law illegal possession of firearms judicial admission ra 10591 evidence supreme court

Judicial Admission Can Prove Lack of Firearm License in Illegal Possession Cases

Supreme Court ruling: an accused's own admission in court can prove lack of a firearm license, without needing a PNP certification.

Mar 2, 2008 firearms illegal possession mission order memorandum receipt sayco v. people criminal law

Mission Orders and Memorandum Receipts: When They Don't Replace a Firearms License

The Supreme Court clarifies that mission orders and memorandum receipts cannot substitute for a valid firearms license, even for confidential agents.