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Jan 31, 2023 stop-and-frisk warrantless search criminal law constitutional rights illegal search

Stop-and-Frisk Searches in the Philippines: When Are They Legal?

Learn when Philippine police may legally conduct stop-and-frisk searches, what limits apply, and your rights during such encounters.

Jun 28, 2021 constitutional law administrative law illegal search exclusionary rule fruit of the poisonous tree criminal procedure

Fruit of the Poisonous Tree Doctrine: When Illegal Searches Taint Evidence in Administrative Cases

The Supreme Court ruled that evidence from an illegal search cannot be used in administrative proceedings, reinforcing the exclusionary rule's reach.

Dec 17, 2000 airport security warrantless search criminal law people v johnson drug possession constitutional rights

Airport Security Checks and Your Rights: The Johnson Case Explained

Understand your rights during airport security frisks in the Philippines, based on the Supreme Court's ruling in People v. Johnson.