
SC clarifies how fugitives should be declared
The Supreme Court (SC) has laid down a clearer guide for judges on when a person can be considered a fugitive from justice, stressing that anyone who leaves —…
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The Supreme Court (SC) has laid down a clearer guide for judges on when a person can be considered a fugitive from justice, stressing that anyone who leaves —…
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Following the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) rejection of former President Rodrigo Duterte’s request for temporary release, a lawyer representing victims…
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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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The afro hairstyle popularized by black musicians like the Jackson 5 and American pro basketball players like Julius Erving in the 1960s and 1970s remains an…
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The Land Transportation Office-National Capital Region (LTO-NCR) director Roque Verzosa III and assistant regional director Atty. Dennis Barrion were relieved…
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A marriage is not automatically void just because the officiating officer allegedly lacked authority.
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Journalist Reynaldo “Bebot” Momay was urged by lawyers before the Court of Appeals (CA) to be recognized as the 58th victim of the Ampatuan massacre, even…
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CenterLaw Philippines Executive Director Attorney Gilbert Andres filed an urgent motion on Monday, 24 November 2025, asking the Court of Appeals to finally…
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Land Transportation Office (LTO)–National Capital Region (LTO-NCR) Director Roque Verzosa III and Assistant Regional Director Atty. Dennis Barrion were…
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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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The camp of drug war victims on Saturday insisted that former President Rodrigo Duterte must remain in detention, arguing that the defense’s bid for temporary…
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