Legal Insights

Bouncing Checks Law: When Acquittal Does Not Erase Civil Liability

Philippine Supreme Court clarifies that acquittal in a B.P. 22 case does not automatically extinguish civil liability for dishonored checks.

Bouncing Checks LAW Restructuring Agreements DO NOT Automatically Extinguish Criminal Liability

A restructuring agreement does not automatically extinguish criminal liability for bouncing checks. Learn the legal distinction.

Attorney Suspended Two Years for Dishonored Check and Disregard of Court Processes

A.C. No. 8390: Lawyer suspended two years for issuing a bouncing check and repeatedly ignoring court and IBP orders.

Bouncing Checks and the Demand Letter: When Notice Establishes Liability Under B.P. 22

The Supreme Court clarifies when a written demand letter suffices to establish liability for bouncing checks under B.P. 22, even without itemizing each check.

Bouncing Checks and Corporate Liability: When Can a Corporation Be Sued?

Supreme Court clarifies that a corporation can be sued separately for civil liability from bounced checks even if the signing officer is acquitted.

Corporate Liability and Bouncing Checks: Clarifying the Scope of B.P. Blg. 22

The Supreme Court clarifies that corporations cannot be impleaded in B.P. 22 cases, but creditors may still pursue separate civil actions against them.

Bouncing Checks AND Lawyer Discipline Upholding Integrity IN THE Legal Profession

Bouncing Checks and Broken Promises: When Estafa Is Proven Beyond Reasonable Doubt

The Supreme Court clarifies when issuing bouncing checks amounts to estafa, and why a spouse is not automatically guilty by association.

Bouncing Checks AND Broken Promises When IS A Debt A Crime

Bouncing Checks and Broken Promises: Estafa Conviction Affirmed in the Philippines

Philippine Supreme Court affirms estafa conviction for bouncing checks, ruling that deceit exists even with prior business relations and contracts.

Bouncing Checks AND Broken Partnerships THE Limits OF BP 22 IN Lending Disputes

When Lawyers Issue Bouncing Checks: Administrative Liability Under Philippine Law

A lawyer who issues worthless checks faces suspension even after full payment. Learn the rules from a Supreme Court administrative case.

Estafa Conviction Overturned: The Critical Role of Notice in Bouncing Check Cases

The Supreme Court acquits Goretti Ong of estafa, ruling that failure to prove notice of dishonor is fatal to a bouncing check prosecution.

BP 22 Cases Not Suspended by Corporate Rehabilitation: Tiong Rosario v. Co

Corporate rehabilitation suspends claims against a company, but not criminal prosecution of officers for bouncing checks under BP 22.

Bouncing Checks and Iniquitous Interest: When a Civil Case Cannot Stop a Criminal Prosecution

Learn when a dispute over unconscionable interest rates can—and cannot—suspend criminal prosecutions for bouncing checks under BP 22.

Bouncing Checks and Deceit: When Issuing a Bad Check Becomes Estafa

Philippine Supreme Court clarifies when issuing a bouncing check constitutes estafa, not just a civil debt, and explains the deceit requirement.

Beyond the Signature: Validating Agreements Despite Spousal Absence and Time Lapses in Contract Law

Philippine Supreme Court ruling on estafa clarifies deceit, notice of dishonor, and penalties for bouncing checks.

Bouncing Checks and Due Process: The Notice Requirement in BP 22 Cases

Philippine Supreme Court clarifies that proof of receipt of notice of dishonor is essential to convict under BP 22, the bouncing checks law.

Bouncing Checks Acquittal: When Lack of Notice of Dishonor Leads to Acquittal and Reduced Civil Liability

SC acquits in B.P. 22 case for lack of proof of notice of dishonor, but reduces unconscionable 10% monthly interest to 12% per annum.

Postdated Checks and Estafa: When a Bouncing Check Becomes a Crime

The Supreme Court clarifies when issuing postdated checks with insufficient funds constitutes estafa under the Revised Penal Code.

Bouncing Checks LAW Intent NOT A Defense Strict Liability Prevails

Written Notice of Dishonor Is Essential in B.P. 22 Cases: Bax v. People

The Supreme Court clarifies that oral demands do not suffice—written notice of dishonor is required to convict under the Bouncing Checks Law.

Worthless Checks and Accommodation Liability Under B.P. Blg. 22 Despite Lack of Direct Transaction

The Supreme Court clarifies that issuing a bouncing check—even as an accommodation for another—can still lead to criminal liability under B.P. Blg. 22.

Bouncing Checks and Hearsay: BP 22 Conviction Upheld Despite Evidentiary Challenges

The Supreme Court explains when hearsay testimony may be admitted in a Bouncing Checks case, and why a BP 22 conviction can stand.