How Can Prosecutors Compel Hostile Witnesses?
Learn how Philippine courts compel hostile witnesses to testify or produce documents in commercial criminal trials through subpoenas and related remedies.
What are the two specific powers and authorities granted to the SEC regarding litigation and enforcement?
What are the two specific powers and authorities granted to the SEC regarding litigation and enforcement? The SEC is granted the power and authority to issue cease and desist orders ex parte to prevent imminent fraud or injury to the public (SEC. 179, Revised Corporation Code of the Philippines). This allows for immediate regulatory action
What is the fine structure imposed for contempt of the SEC?
What is the fine structure imposed for contempt of the SEC? Any person who fails or refuses to comply with a lawful order, decision, or subpoena issued by the SEC, without justifiable cause, shall be held in contempt after due notice and hearing (SEC. 157, Revised Corporation Code of the Philippines). The resulting fine imposed
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What is the Right Against Self-Incrimination?
The right against self-incrimination includes the right to refuse to take the witness stand and the right to refuse to answer an incriminatory question. This article talks about the constitutional right against self-incrimination, who can use it and when it can be invoked.
