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Apr 26, 2023 anti-graft law government contracts probable cause ombudsman section 3(g)ra 3019

Government Contracts: When Is a Deal Manifestly Disadvantageous?

The Supreme Court clarifies when a government contract is "manifestly and grossly disadvantageous" under Section 3(g) of the Anti-Graft Law.

Nov 17, 2021 anti-graft public purpose local government ra 3019 credit agreement public funds

Public Purpose in Government Loans to Private Entities: The Bawasanta Case

When can local governments lend public funds to private entities? The Supreme Court clarifies the public purpose rule in Bawasanta v. People.

Feb 20, 2013 double jeopardy speedy disposition anti-graft sandiganbayan criminal procedure ra 3019

Double Jeopardy and Speedy Trial Rights in the ASEAN Street Lighting Case

Explaining the Supreme Court's ruling on double jeopardy, speedy disposition, and amended informations in Braza v. Sandiganbayan.