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Jun 27, 2021 res judicata civil procedure failure to prosecute rule 17 philippine litigation

Res Judicata in the Philippines: When a Dismissed Case Cannot Be Refiled

Learn when a dismissed case can be refiled in the Philippines and how res judicata bars re-litigation, based on a Supreme Court ruling on failure to prosecute.

Feb 24, 2020 ombudsman certiorari graft and corruption ra 3019 land disputes grave abuse of discretion

When Can You Challenge an Ombudsman Dismissal? Certiorari Limits Explained

Explore the Supreme Court's ruling in Dormido v. Ombudsman on why certiorari cannot cure errors of judgment in graft case dismissals.

Jun 30, 2014 speedy trial provisional dismissal criminal procedure rule 117 bp 22

Speedy Trial and Provisional Dismissal: Key Rules from Co v. New Prosperity Plastic Products

The Supreme Court clarifies when provisional dismissal becomes permanent and how the one-year revival period is counted.

Jun 28, 2005 criminal procedure preliminary investigation withdrawal of information probable cause rule 112 rule 117

Withdrawal of Information vs Dismissal: What the Supreme Court Said

The Supreme Court clarifies when a motion to withdraw information is final, and how prosecutors must weigh both sides in preliminary investigation.