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Jul 27, 2022 ombudsman probable cause grave abuse of discretion public officials anti-graft law criminal law

Probable Cause and the Ombudsman: When Courts Defer to Prosecutorial Discretion

The Supreme Court affirms the Ombudsman's probable cause findings in public official cases, reinforcing judicial restraint absent grave abuse of discretion.

Jul 27, 2022 ombudsman probable cause anti-graft unlawful appointments public funds jurisprudence

Probable Cause and the Ombudsman's Discretion in Public Fund Cases

The Supreme Court affirms the Ombudsman's probable cause finding against a mayor for unlawful appointments and graft, underscoring judicial restraint.

Jul 23, 2008 criminal law unlawful appointment revised penal code local government code sandiganbayan disqualification

Unlawful Appointments: Does Temporary Disqualification Mean Lack of Legal Qualification?

Supreme Court clarifies that temporary disqualification of losing candidates constitutes lack of legal qualification under Article 244, RPC.