By Mary Philline C. Rodriguez and Ryan Julianne L. Monzon The San Beda University College of Law (SBU-COL) celebrated its 83 Juris Doctor graduates in the Hooding and Recognition Ceremony on July 29 at Jonathan Sy Auditorium, followed by the Institutional Commencement Exercises at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) on July 30. Leading the … Continue reading San Beda College of Law Sends Off Class of 2026 to the Bar
Commissioner Charlito Mendoza: At the Helm of Public Trust
Commissioner Charlito Mendoza: At the Helm of Public Trust The Bureau of Internal Revenue has long stood as one of the most scrutinized offices – one in which every decision carried the weight of public trust. As the agency tasked with the lifeblood of the State, it exists at the intersection of power and criticism, placing insurmountable pressure on those chosen to lead it.
SC Sets New Guidelines on Prosecuting Child Sexual Abuse Cases Under RA 7610 and the Revised Penal Code
SC Sets New Guidelines on Prosecuting Child Sexual Abuse Cases Under RA 7610 and the Revised Penal Code-- The ruling lays down definitive guidelines to ensure the proper prosecution of cases under these two distinct laws and provides prosecutors with a clearer framework for charging sexual offenses involving minors. More importantly, it draws a clear doctrinal distinction between cases involving a minor’s defective consent caused by adult coercion or influence, and cases where there is absolutely no consent because the victim is asleep, unconscious, or intimidated.
SC Relaxes Bar Refresher Rule
The Supreme Court (SC) has amended Rule 138 of the Rules of Court and changed the “one-time use” policy on bar refresher courses under AM No. 24-10-05 SC, now giving aspiring lawyers who failed the bar examination a wider window to qualify for retakes.
Independent candidate Saguirel wins LSG Presidency, HUKUMAN holds majority seats
Third year student Peter Wald Saguirel II was elected as president in the 2025 San Beda University Law Student Government (LSG) Elections on November 8, making it the second straight year an independent party has won the top position.