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Aug 14, 2019 overseas voting free speech comelec constitutionality partisan political activity suffrage

Upholding Judicial Integrity: Consequences for Disregarding Court Directives

Explore the Supreme Court's ruling on the unconstitutionality of the overseas partisan political activity ban and its implications for free speech.

Aug 2, 2017 malicious prosecution administrative complaints bad faith civil code damages abuse of rights

Malicious Prosecution: Proving Malice and Bad Faith in Filing Administrative Complaints

Filing an administrative complaint is not automatically malicious prosecution. Learn what Philippine courts require to prove malice and bad faith.

Sep 21, 2007 administrative law resignation omnibus election code public accountability civil service supreme court

Can Public Officials Evade Administrative Charges by Resigning? SC Says No

The Supreme Court rules that resignation or separation from service does not shield public officials from administrative liability for acts committed while in office.

Oct 4, 2002 election law canvassing comelec electoral rights public order philippine supreme court

Electoral Rights vs Public Order: Balancing Presence and Security During Canvassing

Philippine Supreme Court ruling on the balance between a candidate's right to be present during canvassing and police security measures.