Focus Group Discussion (FGD) on the Case Carrying Capacity of Lower Court Judges on October 30, 2013 at Hotel St. Ellis, Rizal Street, Legazpi City
The OCA Circular No. 135-13, issued on October 24, 2013, announces a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) scheduled for October 30, 2013, in Legazpi City, aimed at assessing the case carrying capacity of Lower Court judges in the Philippines. This initiative, supported by the Supreme Court and the USAID through the Asia Foundation, seeks to evaluate judicial workloads and establish reasonable caseloads for judges. The findings will inform the need for additional courts and judges, determine expected annual case loads, and set timelines for various case types. Selected judges are authorized to attend the discussion on official time, with local funds covering associated expenses, while the Asia Foundation will provide meals and accommodation.
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- What is Focus Group Discussion (FGD) on the Case Carrying Capacity of Lower Court Judges on October 30, 2013 at Hotel St. Ellis, Rizal Street, Legazpi City about?
- The OCA Circular No. 135-13, issued on October 24, 2013, announces a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) scheduled for October 30, 2013, in Legazpi City, aimed at assessing the case carrying capacity of Lower Court judges in the Philippines. This initiative, supported by the Supreme Court and the USAID through the Asia Foundation, seeks to evaluate judicial workloads and establish reasonable caseloads for judges. The findings will inform the need for additional courts and judges, determine expected annual case loads, and set timelines for various case types. Selected judges are authorized to attend the discussion on official time, with local funds covering associated expenses, while the Asia Foundation will provide meals and accommodation.
- What type of law is OCA Circular No. 135-13?
- Focus Group Discussion (FGD) on the Case Carrying Capacity of Lower Court Judges on October 30, 2013 at Hotel St. Ellis, Rizal Street, Legazpi City (OCA Circular No. 135-13) is a Philippine Supreme Court Issuances enacted by the Congress of the Philippines.
- When was Focus Group Discussion (FGD) on the Case Carrying Capacity of Lower Court Judges on October 30, 2013 at Hotel St. Ellis, Rizal Street, Legazpi City enacted?
- Focus Group Discussion (FGD) on the Case Carrying Capacity of Lower Court Judges on October 30, 2013 at Hotel St. Ellis, Rizal Street, Legazpi City (OCA Circular No. 135-13) was enacted on Oct 24, 2013.
- What is the citation for Focus Group Discussion (FGD) on the Case Carrying Capacity of Lower Court Judges on October 30, 2013 at Hotel St. Ellis, Rizal Street, Legazpi City?
- Focus Group Discussion (FGD) on the Case Carrying Capacity of Lower Court Judges on October 30, 2013 at Hotel St. Ellis, Rizal Street, Legazpi City, OCA Circular No. 135-13, Oct 24, 2013 (Philippines)
Law Information
- Reference Number
- OCA Circular No. 135-13
- Date Enacted
- Category
- Supreme Court Issuances
- Subcategory
- Office of the Court Administrator Circulars
- Jurisdiction
- Philippines
- Enacting Body
- Congress of the Philippines
Full Law Text
October 24, 2013
OCA CIRCULAR NO. 135-13
| TO | : | The Concerned Judges |
| SUBJECT | : | Focus Group Discussion (FGD) on the Case Carrying Capacity of Lower Court Judges on October 30, 2013 at Hotel St. Ellis, Rizal Street, Legazpi City |
The Supreme Court, with the assistance of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), thru the Asia Foundation, is conducting a study of the case carrying capacity of Lower Court judges. This study will enable the Supreme Court to assess the needs of courts and judges based on judicial workloads and case complexities by establishing a reasonable caseload for them. The establishment of the reasonable caseload will provide a rational basis for the determination of: (1) how many courts and judge positions are needed in order to ensure efficiency and timeliness of court operations and outputs; (2) where courts are needed; (3) how many cases judges should be expected to handle annually; and (4) establish timeliness for different types of cases.
In connection therewith, the following judges are hereby authorized to attend the said focus group discussion on OFFICIAL TIME/OFFICIAL BUSINESS, chargeable to local funds, if authorized and available, provided their court calendars are properly managed and the parties notified in advance of any cancelled hearing:
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Name
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Station
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| 1. | Hon. Pazlinda A. Villamor-Sanchez | RTC, Branch 44, Masbate City |
| 2. | Hon. Leo L. Intia | RTC, Branch 27, Naga City |
| 3. | Hon. Rofebar F. Gerona (APJ) | RTC, Branch 52, Sorsogon City |
| 4. | Hon. Jose C. Fortuno | RTC, Branch 48, Masbate City |
| 5. | Hon. Elmer M. Lanuzo | RTC, Branch 6, Legaspi City |
| 6. | Hon. Arnel A. Dating (APJ) | RTC, Branch 64, Labo, Camarines |
| Norte | ||
| 7. | Hon. Margaret Nacional Armea | MTCC, Branch 2, Naga City |
| 8. | Hon. Jose Noel R. Rubio | MTCC, Branch 3, Legaspi City |
| 9. | Hon. Lorna O. Reyes | MTCC, Branch 1, Iriga City |
| 10. | Hon. Divinagracia G. Peñafiel | MTC, Vinzons, Camarines Norte |
| 11. | Hon. Manuel E. Contreras | MTC, Ocampo, Camarines Sur |
| 12. | Hon. Sarina Rosa G. Co | MCTC, Ragay-Del Gallego, |
| Camarines Sur | ||
| 13. | Hon. Ave A. Alba (APJ) | MCTC, Baras-Gigmoto, Catanduanes |
| 14. | Hon. Fred A. Bien (APJ) | MCTC, San Fernando-Batuan, |
| Masbate | ||
| 15. | Hon. Orlando A. Martizano | MCTC, Tigaon-Sagnay, Camarines |
| Sur | ||
| 16. | Hon. Antonio E. De Vera | MCTC, Gubat-Prieto-Diaz, |
| Sorsogon |
The Asia Foundation will provide meals and accommodation during the event and properly documented transportation expenses will be reimbursed.
For strict compliance. EAHcCT
Issued this 24th day of October 2013.
(SGD.) JOSE MIDAS P. MARQUEZCourt Administrator
Cite This Law
Focus Group Discussion (FGD) on the Case Carrying Capacity of Lower Court Judges on October 30, 2013 at Hotel St. Ellis, Rizal Street, Legazpi City, OCA Circular No. 135-13, Oct 24, 2013 (Philippines)
Focus Group Discussion (FGD) on the Case Carrying Capacity of Lower Court Judges on October 30, 2013 at Hotel St. Ellis, Rizal Street, Legazpi City, OCA Circular No. 135-13 (Phil. 2013)
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