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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.

Jun 28, 2021 constitutional law administrative law illegal search exclusionary rule fruit of the poisonous tree criminal procedure

Fruit of the Poisonous Tree Doctrine: When Illegal Searches Taint Evidence in Administrative Cases

The Supreme Court ruled that evidence from an illegal search cannot be used in administrative proceedings, reinforcing the exclusionary rule's reach.

Sep 29, 2005 certificate of registration vehicle ownership property law search and seizure exclusionary rule supreme court ruling

Certificate of Registration vs. Prior Title Claims: The Amante v. Serwelas Ruling on Vehicle Ownership

The Supreme Court in Amante v. Serwelas affirmed that a certificate of registration creates a strong presumption of ownership in property disputes.

Feb 18, 2003 unlawful arrest exclusionary rule warrantless arrest admissible evidence robbery criminal procedure

Unlawful Arrest and Admissible Evidence: Key Lessons from a Robbery Case

How the Supreme Court protected constitutional rights by excluding evidence from an unlawful warrantless arrest in a robbery case.