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Clerk of Court Liable for Issuing Writ Before Decision Becomes Final
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on premature execution: a clerk of court who issues a writ before the judgment becomes final and executory may be held administratively liable.
Premature Execution Judgment Required Before Enforcing Court Orders
Philippine Supreme Court rules that a writ of execution requires a final judgment, voiding premature enforcement in David v. Velasco.
Premature Execution: Why a Writ Without Final Judgment Is Void
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies that a writ of execution requires a final judgment. Learn from David v. Velasco why premature enforcement is void.