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Unlawful Search and Seizure: Protecting Constitutional Rights in Firearm Possession Cases
The Supreme Court acquits a man convicted of illegal firearm possession, clarifying the limits of warrantless searches and the right against unreasonable searches.
Void Search Warrants and the Right Against Unreasonable Searches: Mendoza v. People
A void search warrant taints the arrest and evidence seized; waiver of arrest defects does not waive evidence inadmissibility.
Unreasonable Searches Evidence Inadmissible When Police Exceed Warrant Scope
When police exceed a search warrant's scope and violate Section 21, seized evidence becomes inadmissible, potentially leading to case dismissal.
Unreasonable Search Evidence Obtained Illegally IS Inadmissible IN Drug Cases
Supreme Court rules evidence from an unreasonable search is inadmissible in drug cases, explaining why Section 21 compliance matters.
Unlawful Marijuana Possession Protecting Rights Against Unreasonable Searches
A Supreme Court ruling shows how strict compliance with drug evidence rules protects the accused against unreasonable searches and seizures.
Unlawful Search and Seizure: When Traffic Stops Violate Constitutional Rights
The Supreme Court acquits a motorist after police conducted an unlawful search during a routine traffic stop, reaffirming constitutional protections against unreasonable searches and seizures.
Unreasonable Search and Seizure in Illegal Gambling Cases: The Exclusionary Rule and Privacy Rights
Supreme Court acquits two men convicted of illegal gambling because police entered a home without a warrant, applying the exclusionary rule.
Unreasonable Search Exclusionary Rule AND Witness Requirements IN Drug Cases
Unreasonable Search Evidence Inadmissible When Legal Occupant Prevented From Witnessing Search
Search warrant execution requires lawful occupant presence; preventing them from witnessing search renders evidence inadmissible.
When Utility Inspectors Enter Private Homes: Abuse of Rights and Unreasonable Search Claims
Explaining when utility inspections of private property are lawful, and when they may give rise to damages for abuse of rights.
Unlawful Arrest and Illegal Drug Possession: Protecting Constitutional Rights
Supreme Court acquits drug suspect due to unlawful warrantless arrest, emphasizing constitutional rights against unreasonable searches and seizures.
Exclusionary Rule Bars Illegal Drug Evidence From Unreasonable Search
Supreme Court acquits drug suspect after police violated search rules, applying the exclusionary rule to suppress seized shabu evidence.
Unlawful Arrest Invalidates Drug Evidence Protecting Constitutional Rights Against Unreasonable Searches
Supreme Court acquits drug suspect after warrantless arrest and search lacked probable cause, applying the exclusionary rule.
Unreasonable Search AND Seizure Protecting Constitutional Rights IN Drug Cases
Private Searches and Constitutional Rights: When Is Evidence Admissible
The Supreme Court clarifies that constitutional protection against unreasonable searches applies only against government action, not private individuals.
Invalid Search Warrants in the Philippines: Protecting Your Rights Against Unreasonable Searches
Learn how the Supreme Court protects Filipinos from unreasonable searches through the strict requirements for valid search warrants.