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Jun 27, 2018insanity defenseburden of proofcriminal lawmental statepeople v. rupalphilippine supreme court
Understanding the Burden of Proof in Insanity Defense and Mental State at the Time of the Crime
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies the burden of proof for insanity defense and mental state in criminal cases, using People v. Rupal as a guide.
Jun 19, 2017maritime-law
Willful ACT VS Mental State Determining Compensability IN Seafarer Death Claims
Court Fines Sheriff for Improper Conduct and Detrimental Statements
Sheriff fined P5,000 for violating ethical standards by making statements that created a wrong perception of his role as a court officer.
Rape Conviction Upheld: Witness Testimony Enough Despite Victim's Mental State
Supreme Court affirms rape conviction based on eyewitness testimony, ruling a victim's mental incapacity does not weaken prosecution evidence.