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Ombudsman’s Disciplinary Power Over Special Prosecutor: Balancing Independence and Accountability
The Supreme Court rules on the Ombudsman’s power to discipline the Special Prosecutor, clarifying removal authority and due process in administrative cases.
Checks and Balances Upholding Presidential Authority to Remove Deputies Despite Ombudsman Independence
The Supreme Court upholds the President's power to discipline Deputy Ombudsmen and Special Prosecutors, balancing independence with accountability.
Upholding Prosecutorial Powers of the Ombudsman: Lessons from Lazatin v. Desierto
The Supreme Court affirms the Ombudsman's prosecutorial powers and control over the Office of the Special Prosecutor in Lazatin v. Desierto.
Ombudsman's Supervisory Power Over Special Prosecutor in Graft Cases
Supreme Court clarifies Ombudsman's authority to reverse Special Prosecutor's dismissal recommendation in public official graft cases.
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.
Can the Special Prosecutor Exercise Preventive Suspension Powers? Key SC Ruling
The Supreme Court rules on whether the Ombudsman's Special Prosecutor may validly issue preventive suspension orders in administrative cases.