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Prolonged Detention and the Rights of the Accused in Philippine Drug Cases
The Supreme Court affirms drug convictions while clarifying warrantless arrest rules, chain of custody, and accused rights under RA 9165.
Double Jeopardy and Amendment of Information: Rights of the Accused in Philippine Law
Explaining when amending a criminal information after a plea is allowed, and why double jeopardy did not bar re-arraignment in Cabo v. Sandiganbayan.
Treachery IN Criminal LAW Specificity OF Allegations AND THE Rights OF THE Accused
The Fragility of Testimony: Safeguarding the Rights of the Accused in Rape Cases Involving Mentally Challenged
How Philippine courts weigh the testimony of child witnesses and circumstantial evidence in rape-homicide cases, and what this means for the accused's rights.
Independent Civil Actions for Quasi-Delict: Rights of the Accused in Reckless Imprudence Cases
When can an accused in a reckless imprudence case file a separate civil action for quasi-delict against the private complainant? The Supreme Court clarifies.
Rape and Defective Informations: Protecting the Rights of the Accused and the Victim
This article examines the Supreme Court's ruling in People v. Aquino on the sufficiency of rape informations and the rights of both the accused and the child victim.
Rape Conviction Hinges on Specific Allegations Protecting the Rights of the Accused
The Supreme Court vacated a death sentence for incestuous rape because the trial court failed to conduct a searching inquiry into the accused's guilty plea.
The Right to Understand Criminal Charges: Due Process and Fair Trial in Philippine Courts
Philippine courts balance media coverage and due process rights of the accused in criminal trials, ensuring fair and impartial proceedings.
Amending Informations After Arraignment: Rights of the Accused vs. Prosecutorial Efficiency
When can the prosecution amend an Information after arraignment? The Supreme Court clarifies the rules on substantial vs. formal amendments.
Rape Conviction Upheld Examining Force Intimidation AND THE Rights OF THE Accused
Voluntary Confessions in Philippine Law: Safeguarding the Rights of the Accused
Understanding the constitutional safeguards governing voluntary confessions in Philippine criminal procedure, and how courts protect the accused.
Reopening a Criminal Case After Evidence Is Closed: The Santiago v. Sandiganbayan Guide
When can a court reopen a criminal case to hear more evidence? The Supreme Court explains the limits and the due process rights of the accused.