SC clarifies procedure for declaring fugitives
The Supreme Court issued a clarification on how courts should determine whether an individual is a fugitive from justice, stating that those who flee to avoid…
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The Supreme Court issued a clarification on how courts should determine whether an individual is a fugitive from justice, stating that those who flee to avoid…
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Chief Justice Alexander G. Gesmundo called on every Filipino — regardless of gender, age, or background — to take an active role in ending violence against…
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The Supreme Court (SC) is exploring the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in court operations as part of its broader judicial modernization efforts.
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A marriage is not automatically void just because the officiating officer allegedly lacked authority.
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The Supreme Court of the Philippines (SCP) and the Supreme Court of Singapore signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to facilitate communication in…
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Section 118 of CA No. 141 proscribes the alienation and encumbrance of a parcel of land acquired under free patent, within five years from its grant.
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The Supreme Court held that although res judicata did not apply, a prejudicial question clearly existed and thus the criminal cases had to be dismissed.
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Putting all those responsible for the corruption scandal behind bars will not happen unless the judiciary contributes by speeding up the prosecution process.
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Finally, the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) approved the live streaming of its public proceedings after guidelines governing the broadcast…
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A ruling by the Supreme Court (SC) holds that wealth acquired by a public officer during their time in office that exceeds lawful income is presumed ill-gotten…
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An environmental legal group and a Catholic bishop have petitioned the Supreme Court (SC) seeking to declare a government regulation unconstitutional for…
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The Supreme Court has been petitioned by an environmental legal group and a Catholic bishop seeking to strike down a government regulation they say illegally…
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The resumption of court operations was ordered by the Supreme Court after Iglesia ni Cristo concluded its supposed three-day protest against corruption Monday…
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The Supreme Court (SC) announced Sunday that operations for several courts in Manila will shift to work-from-home arrangements on Monday and Tuesday in…
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The appellate court dismissed his petition for non-exhaustion of administrative remedies. The court found the petition premature.
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The Supreme Court has suspended on-site operations in several courts in Manila from 17 to 18 November 2025 in anticipation of heavy traffic congestion caused…
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Supreme Court Senior Associate Justice Marvic Leonen has reminded both chambers of Congress to refrain from acting as judge or prosecutor when conducting…
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