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Resignation and Administrative Cases in the Philippines: What Andutan Teaches Us

Can a resigned public official still face administrative cases? The Supreme Court's Andutan ruling clarifies the limits of Ombudsman jurisdiction.

Ombudsman Jurisdiction Over GOCCs: The Original Charter Requirement

The Supreme Court limits Ombudsman jurisdiction over GOCCs to those with original charters, not corporations merely acquired by government.