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Nov 10, 2020 criminal procedure jurisdiction prosecutorial authority motion to quash information rule 117

Prosecutorial Authority and Criminal Jurisdiction: The Villa Gomez Doctrine

The Supreme Court clarifies when a prosecutor's lack of authority to file an Information affects a trial court's jurisdiction over a criminal case.

Sep 26, 2006 ombudsman special prosecutor prosecutorial authority criminal procedure supreme court

The Ombudsman's Control Over Special Prosecutors: Limits on Prosecutorial Authority

Philippine Supreme Court ruling on the Ombudsman's authority over special prosecutors and the limits of prosecutorial discretion in criminal cases.

Sep 8, 2003 criminal procedure evidence custody prosecutorial authority administrative case gross ignorance of the law search incident to lawful arrest

Release of Seized Evidence Before Trial: Upholding Prosecutorial Authority and Due Process

A judge's order releasing seized evidence before trial drew administrative sanctions. Learn the rules on custody of evidence and prosecutorial control.