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May 22, 2024speedy trialhabeas corpuscriminal lawconstitutional rightsdetentionphilippine supreme court
Speedy Trial Rights When Prolonged Detention Justifies A Writ Of Habeas Corpus IN THE Philippines
Philippine Supreme Court explains when prolonged detention violates speedy trial rights and justifies a writ of habeas corpus.
Jun 25, 2018travel authorityoca circular 49-2003administrative casecourt personnelsupreme courtphilippines
Travel Authority Requirements for Court Personnel: Lessons from a 30-Day Suspension
Court personnel must secure travel authority before going abroad. A utility worker's 13 unauthorized trips led to a 30-day suspension.
SALN Non-Disclosure: Intent Matters in Administrative Penalties for Public Officials
The Supreme Court clarifies that mere SALN omissions do not automatically mean dishonesty—intent to deceive must be shown.
Feb 11, 2005judicial ethicsterritorial jurisdictionadministrative casecompromise agreementrules of courtsupreme court
When a Judge Goes Too Far: Territorial Limits on Philippine Court Proceedings
A judge held liable for conducting court proceedings in the US without authority, explaining the territorial limits of Philippine courts.