法律洞察

Chain of Custody in Drug Cases: Why Strict Compliance Protects the Accused

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

Integrity Under Scrutiny: Accountability in Government Procurement

Supreme Court clarifies remedies for Ombudsman rulings in criminal vs. administrative cases, and affirms accountability in government procurement.

Foreclosure Voided: Strict Compliance With Publication Requirements

Supreme Court voids foreclosure sale for lack of republication and reposting of rescheduled sale notice, affirming mandatory rules under Act No. 3135.

Election Contests and the 15-Day Rule: Eizmendi v. Fernandez on Corporate Governance

The Supreme Court clarifies that indirect attacks on corporate elections violate the 15-day reglementary period for election contests under the Interim Rules.

Amendment of Information After Plea: Balancing Due Process and Fair Trial Rights

A Supreme Court ruling on when courts may allow amendments to a criminal information after the accused has pleaded, and the limits of such amendments.

Tax Declarations as Evidence of Ownership: Protecting Possessory Rights

The Supreme Court clarifies that tax declarations, while not conclusive, are strong evidence of possession in the concept of owner when coupled with continuous possession.

Chain of Custody Breaks Lead to Acquittal in Drug Case: People v. Guanzon

The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect after police failed to prove an unbroken chain of custody, stressing strict compliance with Section 21 of RA 9165.

The High Cost of Homicide: Establishing Liability in Robbery With Homicide Cases

A look at how Philippine courts convict in robbery with homicide, from proving intent to the price of damages.

Reinstating Attorney's Fees in Seafarer Disability Claims: The Horlador Ruling

The Supreme Court reinstates 10% attorney's fees for seafarers who win permanent total disability claims, reinforcing protective labor policy.

Why Chain of Custody Matters in Drug Cases: People v. Guanzon

The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect where police failed to prove an unbroken chain of custody of seized shabu, stressing strict compliance with Section 21 of RA 9165.

Real Property Tax: Who Pays When Ownership and Possession Differ

Philippine Supreme Court clarifies real property tax liability when the registered owner is not in possession, citing Herarc Realty v. Provincial Treasurer of Batangas.

Sheriff's Duty of Timely Execution and Periodic Reporting: Lessons from Foster v. Santos

A sheriff's duty to enforce writs is ministerial; failure to report periodically constitutes simple neglect of duty.

Moral Ascendancy and the Shadow of Doubt: Familial Rape in Philippine Law

How the Supreme Court weighed circumstantial evidence, moral ascendancy, and delayed reporting in a father's qualified rape conviction.

When a Car Purchase Goes Wrong: Establishing Liability in Sales Transactions

Philippine Supreme Court ruling on when a person who receives payment and issues a receipt in a car sale can be held liable as a seller.

Trust Receipt Breach: When Failure to Deliver Constitutes Estafa in the Philippines

Explore when failure to deliver under a trust receipt agreement constitutes estafa, based on a 2018 Philippine Supreme Court ruling.

Chain of Custody Gaps Lead to Acquittal in Drug Case: People v. Guanzon

The Supreme Court acquits a drug suspect because police failed to prove an unbroken chain of custody, stressing strict compliance with Section 21 of RA 9165.

Constructive Dismissal: When a "Voluntary" Resignation Is Not Voluntary at All

The Supreme Court clarifies when a signed resignation letter is actually constructive dismissal, protecting employees from forced resignations disguised as voluntary acts.

Moral Ascendancy AND Uncorroborated Testimony IN Familial Rape Cases

Estafa Under Trust Receipt Agreements: The Osental Case and PD 115

Failure to comply with a trust receipt agreement can lead to estafa charges. Learn the rules from the Osental case.

Dismissal Due to Faulty Drug Evidence Handling: Integrity of Evidence in Drug Cases

The Supreme Court acquits a drug accused because police failed to justify non-compliance with Section 21, RA 9165's chain of custody rule.

Limits on Allowances When Public Funds Demand Strict Interpretation

The Supreme Court upheld COA's disallowance of PhilHealth board allowances, ruling that public funds demand strict interpretation of what the law allows.

Broken Chains: Why Lapses in Drug Evidence Custody Lead to Acquittal

Philippine Supreme Court acquits drug suspect when police fail to account for missing witnesses and photos in chain of custody.

Chains Unbroken Safeguarding Rights In Drug Cases Through Strict Evidence Integrity

A drug conviction overturned because police failed to follow chain of custody rules. Learn the strict requirements and practical lessons.

Reasonable Doubt and the Chain of Custody Rule in Philippine Drug Cases

A look at how the Supreme Court acquitted a drug suspect due to police lapses in the chain of custody, reinforcing the protection of individual rights.