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Oct 14, 2013 election-law substitute-candidate comelec omnibus-election-code candidate-substitution philippine-elections

When Can a Substitute Candidate Validly Replace Another in Philippine Elections

Philippine election law on substitution of candidates: grounds, deadlines, and rules for valid replacement under the Omnibus Election Code.

Jan 20, 2003 election-law barangay-elections substitution-of-candidates comelec supreme-court philippines

Barangay Election Substitution After Candidate's Death: The People's Mandate Prevails

Supreme Court allows substitution of deceased barangay election candidates, honoring voter will over technical rules.

Jul 28, 1999 election law substitution of candidates certificate of candidacy comelec omnibus election code

Substitution Rules in Philippine Elections: When a Substitute Candidate Can Validly Replace an Original

Philippine election law on substitution: a disqualified candidate may be replaced only if he had a valid certificate of candidacy. Learn the rule.