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Jan 21, 2024 · MANILA, Philippines – The latest ruling of the Supreme Court (SC) clarified rules on cyber libel cases. The High Court said: The prescription period for cyber libel should be based on the ...
Sep 25, 2023 · To file a cyber libel case in the Philippines, consult with an attorney, gather evidence, and submit a complaint to the prosecutor's office. Preparing Necessary Documents When filing a cyber libel case in the Philippines, preparing the essential documents is a critical step. These documents not only establish the basis for your complaint but also
Aug 13, 2021 · A Philippine court has dismissed a libel case against Maria Ressa, a lawyer said on Thursday, one of several lawsuits filed against the journalist who says she has been targeted because of her ...
JUAN PONCE ENRILE, RESPONDENT. Before the Court is a Petition for Review on Certiorari 2 (Petition) under Rule 45 assailing the Decision 3 dated August 22, 2016, and Resolution 4 dated January 18, 2017 issued by the Fifteenth Division of the Court of Appeals (CA) in CA-G.R. CV No. 102710. The instant case involves a civil action for libel filed ...
Jun 16, 2020 · First published on Sun 14 Jun 2020 21.15 EDT. One of the Philippines’ most prominent journalists is facing up to six years in prison after she was found guilty of “cyberlibel” charges, a ...
Oct 2, 2023 · Penalties for Cyber Libel. Cyber libel is considered a criminal offense under Philippine law.Depending on the circumstances of each case, convictions can result in fines ranging from ₱40,000 to ₱1,200,000 and imprisonment between 4 years 2 months and 1 day to 8 years.
Jun 15, 2020 · Decision Overview. Manila Regional Trial Court Judge Rainelda Estacio-Montesa delivered the opinion of the Court. The central issue before the Court was whether or not to charge the accused Reynaldo Santos, Jr. and Maria Rssa with “cyberlibel,” contrary to section 4(c)(4) of the 2012 Cybercrime Prevention Act (CPA). Libel is defined under the statute as: “The unlawful or prohibited acts ...
