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Nov 23, 2021 sangguniang kabataan sk reform act local government disciplinary action supreme court

SK Official Removal: Who Has the Power to Oust Youth Leaders

The Supreme Court clarifies which bodies can remove SK Federation Presidents and SK Chairpersons, and the due process required.

Jul 24, 2006 election law ballot appreciation neighborhood rule voter intent comelec jurisprudence

The Neighborhood Rule in Philippine Election Law: Abad v. Co Explained

Learn how the Supreme Court applied the neighborhood rule in Abad v. Co, ensuring voter intent prevails over technical ballot errors.

Apr 17, 1997 election law sangguniang kabataan age qualification local government code supreme court ruling

SK Election Age Requirements: The Supreme Court Ruling Explained

Understand the age qualification rules for Sangguniang Kabataan elections and the key Supreme Court ruling that clarified them.