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Chain of Custody in Drug Cases: Why Strict Compliance With Section 21 Matters

The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect after police failed to follow Section 21 chain of custody rules, emphasizing the need for insulating witnesses.

Protecting Children: Lascivious Conduct and the Boundaries of Child Abuse Laws in the Philippines

The Supreme Court clarifies the line between simple rape and sexual abuse under RA 7610, and the rules on proving a victim's minority.

Chain of Custody Breakdown: Drug Evidence Integrity and the Reasonable Doubt Standard

When police break the chain of custody in drug cases, the Supreme Court may acquit—even if the accused was caught in a buy-bust.

Premium Tax vs Cost of Service: Defining Minimum Corporate Income Tax

Supreme Court clarifies which taxes count as "cost of services" in computing MCIT for insurance companies, and when DST applies to policy increases.

Chain of Custody: Why Drug Evidence Integrity Matters in Philippine Law

The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect due to broken chain of custody under Section 21, RA 9165. Learn the rules.

Good Faith Prevails Reassessing Liability in Disallowed Government Benefits

A lawyer's good faith in claiming disallowed benefits shields him from liability, but procedural lapses still draw sanctions.

Revoking Donations: The Imperative of Fulfilled Conditions in Philippine Law

Philippine Supreme Court clarifies when donations may be revoked for non-fulfillment of conditions, and the legal consequences.

When Silence Speaks Volumes: Illegal Exaction and Abuse of Discretion in Garbage Collection Fees

Explore how the Supreme Court ruled that a prosecutor's dismissal of an illegal exaction case against a barangay captain constituted grave abuse of discretion.

Mitigating Penalties in Administrative Cases: Balancing Public Accountability and Social Justice

The Supreme Court explains when dismissal for grave misconduct may be reduced, balancing public accountability with social justice.

Dietary Negligence AND Seafarers Rights Colon Cancer AS A Compensable Illness

Martial Law Extension in Mindanao: Supreme Court Upholds Third Extension, Clarifies Limits of Judicial Review

The Supreme Court upheld the third extension of martial law in Mindanao, ruling rebellion persists and public safety requires it, while clarifying the scope of judicial review.

Upholding Employer Rights Teleperformances Justification FOR Dismissal Based ON Performance Standards

Explore how consistent failure to meet reasonable performance metrics can justify dismissal under Philippine labor law.

Timely Objections in Philippine Courts: The Magsino Evidence Ruling

Learn when to object to expert testimony and documentary evidence in Philippine courts, based on the Supreme Court's Magsino ruling.

DUE Process IN Administrative Cases THE Right TO AN Impartial Reviewing Officer

Chain of Custody Breakdown When Drug Evidence Fails the Test

When police skip required witnesses in drug busts, the evidence fails—and the accused walks free. A look at People v. Balderrama.

Fruit of the Poisonous Tree: Illegal Arrests and Inadmissible Evidence in Firearms Cases

A buy-bust arrest later found illegal taints all seized evidence, including firearms. The Supreme Court explains the exclusionary rule.

Tolerance in Unlawful Detainer: Mere Inaction Is Not Enough

Landlord or owner silence after a waiver does not prove tolerance in unlawful detainer. The Supreme Court explains what must be shown.

Land Title Registration: Proving Government Approval and Continuous Possession

Philippine Supreme Court clarifies what evidence proves land is alienable and disposable, plus continuous possession for registration.

Upholding THE Ombudsmans Discretion Probable Cause AND Abuse OF Authority IN Criminal Complaints

Chain of Custody in Drug Cases: When Noncompliance Means Acquittal

The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect for police failure to comply with Section 21 chain of custody requirements under RA 9165.

Work-Related Illness and Seafarers' Death: Proving Causal Connection for Death Benefits

Death benefits may be due even if a seafarer dies after contract expiry, as long as a work-related illness caused or contributed to the death.

Land Registration: Proving Alienable and Disposable Status and Open Possession Since June 12, 1945

Supreme Court clarifies the strict requirements for judicial confirmation of title under PD 1529, including proof of alienable status and possession since 1945.

Reasonable Doubt and Chain of Custody: Safeguarding Rights in Drug Cases

The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect over police failure to follow Section 21 chain of custody rules, reaffirming that presumption of regularity cannot replace strict compliance.

Chain of Custody Safeguarding Drug Evidence and Ensuring Fair Trials in the Philippines

The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect due to police noncompliance with Section 21 chain of custody rules, reaffirming that presumption of regularity cannot replace strict compliance.