SC clarifies crime under RPC is rape, not 'simple rape'
The Supreme Court clarified that the proper term for the crime punished under Article 266-A(1)(a) of the Revised Penal Code is rape, not “simple rape.”
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The Supreme Court clarified that the proper term for the crime punished under Article 266-A(1)(a) of the Revised Penal Code is rape, not “simple rape.”
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The Supreme Court announced Wednesday the transfer of criminal cases involving a P96.5-million “ghost” flood control project from Davao del Sur to a…
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Associate Justice Ma. Belen Ringpis-Liban has been appointed to the Court of Tax Appeals (CTA), bringing with her more than 30 years of experience in the legal…
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The Supreme Court has ordered the transfer of criminal cases involving contractor Sarah Discaya and several regional Public Works officials from the Digos City…
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The Supreme Court has temporarily halted proceedings in the high-profile P239.73 million graft and malversation case involving Cebu City Administrator Floro…
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The International Criminal Court’s (ICC) Appeals Chamber has ordered additional legal submissions in the ongoing appeal filed by former Philippine President…
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The Supreme Court has affirmed the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) authority to accredit certified public accountants (CPAs) who serve as external…
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The Department of Justice (DOJ) on Tuesday said charges related to the disappearance of several sabungeros have yet to be formally filed in court, as…
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Justice Hernando’s position is direct and uncompromising. Unprogrammed appropriations, he argues, are unconstitutional in any form.
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The Supreme Court (SC) has directed all courts to appoint accredited sign language interpreters, effective 15 December 2025, following its en banc approval of…
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When government sweeps these funds into the Treasury, the State disrupts the delicate social contract between the citizen and the health system.
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A lawyer for Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa said his client is avoiding public appearances because “his personal safety is at stake” in connection with the…
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The Supreme Court (SC) on Wednesday announced that it has denied a motion filed by military and police officers challenging the grant of writs of amparo and…
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TACLOBAN CITY — The Regional Trial Court (RTC) in Lapu-Lapu City has ordered the arrest of Tanauan, Leyte Mayor Gina Merilo in connection with a criminal case…
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The motion filed by military and police officers challenging the grant of a writ of amparo to two environmental advocates has been denied by the Supreme Court.
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The Court of Appeals (CA) has dismissed a petition filed by the Puerto Princesa City Government against the Palawan Electric Cooperative (PALECO), upholding a…
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Chief Justice Alexander G. Gesmundo led the Supreme Court’s (SC) annual Christmas celebration, themed “Paskong Makabago, Hudikaturang Makatao” at the SC Old…
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