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May 14, 2021 estafa juridical possession revised penal code criminal law supreme court misappropriation

Understanding Juridical Possession and Its Impact on Estafa Convictions in the Philippines

A branch manager's conviction for estafa was reversed because she lacked juridical possession of goods—explaining a key element of Article 315.

Nov 26, 2014 estafa juridical possession misappropriation revised penal code corporate officer criminal law

Cashier's Liability in Estafa: Reassessing Juridical Possession in Misappropriation Cases

The Supreme Court clarifies when a corporate officer's possession of entrusted funds constitutes juridical possession for estafa liability.

Nov 26, 2014 estafa breach of trust misappropriation criminal law revised penal code cashier liability

Breach of Trust Estafa and the Misappropriation of Funds Entrusted for Tax Remittance

When does a cashier's mishandling of funds amount to estafa? The Supreme Court clarifies the key distinction between material and juridical possession.