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Mar 8, 1999 criminal procedure sandiganbayan due process reopening of case evidence grave abuse of discretion

When Courts May Reopen a Criminal Case After Evidence Is Closed

Philippine Supreme Court ruling on when a trial court may reopen a criminal case after the parties have rested, and the limits of that discretion.

Mar 8, 1999 criminal procedure sandiganbayan certiorari due process miriam defensor santiago evidence

Reopening a Criminal Case: When Courts Abuse Discretion in the Philippines

The Supreme Court nullified the Sandiganbayan's reopening of a criminal case against Miriam Defensor Santiago, ruling it was grave abuse of discretion.

Nov 18, 1998 separation of powers senate judicial review political question quo warranto constitutional law

Separation of Powers: Why Courts Stay Out of Senate Leadership Disputes

The Supreme Court explains why it dismissed a quo warranto petition challenging the Senate minority leader's selection, citing separation of powers.