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When a Surety Can Escape Liability: Overcoming the Presumption of Regularity
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies when sureties can overcome the presumption of regularity attached to notarized continuing suretyship agreements.
Deed of Sale Validity and the Presumption of Regularity in Notarized Property Transactions
The Supreme Court reaffirms that notarized deeds of sale enjoy the presumption of regularity, which only clear and convincing evidence can overturn.
Upholding Notarized Deeds: The Strength of Public Documents in Philippine Property Disputes
Notarized deeds enjoy the presumption of regularity in Philippine property disputes. Learn how the Supreme Court applied this rule in a quieting of title case.
The Presumption of Regularity of Notarized Documents in Philippine Land Disputes
How a notarized deed of sale's presumption of regularity shapes quieting of title cases, explained through a 2022 Supreme Court ruling.
Understanding Grave Misconduct: Legal Standards for Public Officials and Lawyers in the Philippines
A look at the Supreme Court's ruling on administrative liability, the burden of proof, and the presumption of regularity in notarized documents.
Reasonable Doubt Prevails: Safeguarding Individual Rights in Drug Cases
The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect due to broken chain of custody, reinforcing that presumption of innocence cannot be defeated by presumption of regularity.
Reasonable Doubt and Chain of Custody: Safeguarding Rights in Drug Cases
The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect when police break the chain of custody, reaffirming that presumption of regularity cannot replace proof beyond reasonable doubt.
Erosion of Presumption: Unlawful Searches Undermine Drug Possession Convictions
Explore how failure to comply with search and seizure rules can erode the presumption of regularity and weaken drug possession cases.
Reasonable Doubt and Chain of Custody: Safeguarding Rights in Drug Cases
The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect over police failure to follow Section 21 chain of custody rules, reaffirming that presumption of regularity cannot replace strict compliance.
Chain of Custody Safeguarding Drug Evidence and Ensuring Fair Trials in the Philippines
The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect due to police noncompliance with Section 21 chain of custody rules, reaffirming that presumption of regularity cannot replace strict compliance.
Regular Seasonal Workers Payrolls and the Presumption of Regularity in Illegal Dismissal Cases
Supreme Court clarifies how payrolls are weighed in backwages disputes involving regular seasonal workers, and when presumption of regularity may be overcome.
Presumption of Regularity vs Presumption of Innocence in Drug Cases: A Safeguard for the Accused
The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect, ruling that procedural lapses in buy-bust operations defeat the presumption of regularity and uphold the presumption of innocence.
Title Disputes: Upholding Title Regularity Over Unsubstantiated Fraud Claims in Land Reconveyance
Philippine Supreme Court rules bare allegations of fraud cannot defeat a certificate of title's presumption of regularity in reconveyance actions.
Presumption of Regularity Shields Prosecutors From Baseless Bias Claims
Supreme Court clarifies that prosecutors enjoy presumption of regularity in performing duties, dismissing baseless administrative bias complaint.
Safeguarding Rights Chain of Custody in Drug Cases and the Presumption of Innocence
The Supreme Court acquits a drug possession convict, ruling that police lapses in chain of custody defeat the presumption of regularity.
Dismissal of Administrative Complaints Upholding the Presumption of Regularity in the Judiciary
The Supreme Court dismisses an administrative complaint against court officials, reaffirming the presumption of regularity in the performance of official duties.
When Is a Register of Deeds Liable for Falsified Documents?
Supreme Court clarifies when a Register of Deeds may be held liable for registering falsified titles, and when the presumption of regularity protects them.
Supreme Court Cancels Free Patent Over Timberland, Orders Reversion to State
SC rules DENR's presumption of regularity prevails; titles over inalienable timberland are void and must revert to the State.
Missing Deed of Sale Does Not Invalidate Land Title: Presumption of Regularity Explained
A missing Deed of Sale does not automatically invalidate a TCT. Learn how the presumption of regularity protects registered land titles.
Chain of Custody and Presumption of Regularity in Drug Cases: Tionco v. People
The Supreme Court affirms a drug conviction, clarifying that minor lapses in chain of custody do not automatically acquit an accused.
Challenging Drug Convictions: Scrutinizing Police Conduct and Evidence in Illegal Drug Cases
The Supreme Court affirms drug convictions, explaining how courts weigh police testimony, buy-bust operations, and the presumption of regularity.
Presumption of Regularity in Drug Possession Cases and the Effect of an Accused's Death on Appeal
The Supreme Court explains how the presumption of regularity supports drug convictions, and why an accused's death pending appeal can moot a case.
Upholding Drug Conviction: Chain of Custody and Presumption of Regularity
Philippine Supreme Court affirms drug sale conviction, explaining chain of custody rules and presumption of regularity in police work under RA 9165.
Presumption of Regularity in Disbarment Cases Against Public Prosecutors
Supreme Court clarifies that lawyers face disbarment only on clear evidence, not mere allegations of misconduct.