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Jan 10, 2023vote-buyingelection offensescomelecprobable causeomnibus election codeelectoral integrity
Electoral Integrity: Credible Evidence Required to Substantiate Vote-Buying Allegations
The Supreme Court clarifies that vote-buying complaints need credible evidence, not just videos and speculation, to establish probable cause.
Vote Buying Claims Need Credible Evidence, Not Just Video Clips
The Supreme Court clarifies what evidence is needed to establish probable cause for vote-buying complaints under the Omnibus Election Code.
Immunity From Prosecution for Witnesses in Vote-Buying Cases Explained
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies when vote-selling witnesses gain immunity from prosecution under RA 6646, protecting those who expose vote-buying.