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Dismissal for Dishonesty, Habitual Absences and Immoral Conduct in Public Service
A Supreme Court ruling reminds public servants that dishonesty, habitual absenteeism and immoral conduct are separate grounds for dismissal from government service.
Impersonation in Civil Service Exams: Upholding Integrity in Public Service
Court dismisses court employees for dishonesty after one impersonated another in the 1989 civil service exam, affirming strict standards for public servants.
Restrictions on Allowances for Water District Directors: Balancing Compensation and Public Service
The Supreme Court clarifies which allowances water district directors may receive under PD 198, prohibiting all compensation beyond per diems.
Contempt OF Court Limits ON Judicial Authority AND Protection OF Public Service
Dishonesty IN Public Service Falsification OF Credentials Leads TO Dismissal 2
Dismissal Upheld FOR Dishonest Timekeeping Integrity IN Public Service
Public Servants Must Pay Just Debts: A Lesson in Integrity in Philippine Public Office
Philippine Supreme Court ruling: public employees face reprimand for willful failure to pay just debts, upholding integrity in public service.
Integrity in Public Service: Consequences of Dishonest Civil Service Eligibility in the Philippines
Explore the Supreme Court ruling on dismissing a court employee for fraudulently obtaining civil service eligibility, and its implications for public servants.
Zero Tolerance FOR Dishonesty Falsification OF Documents Leads TO Dismissal IN Public Service
Judicial Ethics for Court Employees: The Limits of Public Service
A Supreme Court ruling reminds court personnel that good intentions do not excuse using court authority and resources for purely private matters.
Habitual Tardiness in Public Service: Court Holds Family Obligations Not a Valid Excuse
Supreme Court reprimands court stenographer for habitual tardiness, ruling family obligations do not excuse repeated lateness in public service.
Punctuality Matters: Habitual Tardiness and Accountability in Philippine Public Service
Explaining the Supreme Court ruling on habitual tardiness in the judiciary and why punctuality is a non-negotiable duty for public servants.
Accountability in Public Service: Consequences for Misuse of Court Funds
A look at how Philippine courts discipline public officers who mishandle court funds, and the administrative consequences that follow.
Upholding Integrity: Consequences of Dishonesty in Public Service
A sheriff's dismissal for grave misconduct and dishonesty, and a judge's liability for procedural lapses, explained.
Moral Turpitude and Public Service: How a Criminal Conviction Affects Government Employees
A Supreme Court ruling explains why a B.P. 22 conviction means dismissal for government employees, even with probation.
Dishonesty in Public Service: When Good Faith and Lack of Profit Do Not Excuse Negligence
The Supreme Court rules that a bank employee's negligent appraisal report constitutes dishonesty, even without personal gain.
Absenteeism in Public Service: Consequences and Mitigation in Philippine Law
Explore how Philippine law treats absenteeism in public service, the consequences of unauthorized absences, and legal mitigation options.
Balancing Public Service and Personal Hardship: The Case of Ma. Donna Y. Sultan
Court employee's unauthorized absences and inefficiency lead to suspension, but family crisis earns leniency in this administrative case.
Dishonesty in Public Service: Falsifying Time Records and the Limits of Jurisdiction
Court clarifies that dropping an employee from the rolls does not divest it of jurisdiction over pending administrative cases for dishonesty.
Neglect OF Duty IN Public Service Upholding Accountability IN Court Processes
Dishonesty in Public Service: Forfeiture of Benefits Despite Resignation
The Supreme Court ruled that a court employee's resignation does not erase administrative liability for dishonesty, and his retirement benefits may still be forfeited.
Due Process in Administrative Cases: Suspension, Not Dismissal, for First-Time Inefficiency
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies that first-time inefficiency in public service warrants suspension, not dismissal, under Civil Service rules.
Upholding Accountability Consequences FOR Habitual Absenteeism IN Public Service
The Supreme Court rules on habitual absenteeism in public service, clarifying penalties, AWOL rules, and mitigating circumstances.
Breach of Duty: Unauthorized Foreign Travel and Dishonesty in Public Service
Court stenographer dismissed for traveling abroad without permission, lying on leave forms, and failing to transcribe notes.