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Showing 1–3 of 3 articles for “justiciable controversy”

Upholding Justiciable Controversy: The Human Security Act and Limits of Declaratory Relief

The Supreme Court clarifies when courts may hear constitutional challenges to the Human Security Act, emphasizing the need for actual, ripe controversies.

Declaratory Relief in the Philippines: When Can You Ask Courts to Clarify Your Rights

Learn when Philippine courts allow declaratory relief actions, including the requirements of justiciable controversy and ripeness, based on a 2007 Supreme Court ruling.

Mootness in Philippine Courts: Understanding Case Dismissal and Justiciable Controversy

Learn how Philippine courts handle moot cases, the justiciable controversy requirement, and what Easycall v. King teaches about jurisdiction.