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Sep 25, 2012amparohabeas datasubstantial evidenceconstitutional lawhuman rightscommand responsibility
Balancing Security and Liberty: Substantial Evidence in Amparo and Habeas Data Cases
The Supreme Court clarifies the evidentiary standard for amparo and habeas data petitions, balancing national security concerns with individual liberty.
Oct 5, 2010anti-terrorismhuman security actconstitutional lawlocus standisupreme courtnational security
Anti-Terrorism Act: Balancing National Security and Constitutional Rights in the Philippines
The Supreme Court upheld the Human Security Act but set strict rules on who can challenge anti-terrorism laws in court.