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Nuisance Candidate Petitions in the Philippines: How COMELEC Rules on Nuisance Candidates
A nuisance candidate petition in the Philippines asks COMELEC to strike a name off the ballot. Learn who may file, when, and how the ruling works.
Certificate of Candidacy in the Philippines: Requirements and Grounds for Denial
Certificate of candidacy requirements in the Philippines: who must file, when to file, what happens upon filing, and how COMELEC rules on disqualification.
Election Law Defining Transfer and Safeguarding Management Prerogatives During Election Periods
The Supreme Court clarifies what counts as a prohibited transfer during election periods, balancing COMELEC rules with management prerogatives.
Fair Election Practices: Candidates Responsible for Donated Political Ads
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on candidate liability for donated political advertisements under the Fair Elections Act and COMELEC rules.
Perfecting Appeals: Strict Adherence to COMELEC Rules on Filing Fees
The Supreme Court underscores that failure to pay the correct appeal fee within the reglementary period is fatal to an election appeal before the COMELEC.