Tag: RA 10591

If the existence of a valid buy-bust operation cannot be proven, and thus, the validity of the in flagrante delicto warrantless arrest cannot be established, the arrest becomes illegal and the consequent search incidental thereto becomes unreasonable.

Posted on May 25, 2020

The Pasig City Police Station conducted an alleged drug buy-bust operation that resulted in the seizure of illegal drugs and confiscation from the accused, Jesus, 0.38 caliber revolver loaded with six (6)…

While mere possession, without criminal intent, is sufficient to convict a person for illegal possession of a firearm, it must still be shown that there was animus possidendi or an intent to possess on the part of the accused.

Posted on May 16, 2020

According to the prosecution, POI Ryan Pagcaliwagan and several others were manning a checkpoint when they flagged down a motorcycle with no license plate and the driver wearing no helmet. Along with…