Mandatory Continuous Trial in All Courts
On January 31, 1990, the Supreme Court of the Philippines issued Administrative Circular No. 03-90, mandating the implementation of a continuous trial system in all trial courts, including Regional, Shari'a, and Municipal Trial Courts. This decision follows positive results observed in courts already utilizing this system, which has led to a significant reduction in case backlogs. The mandatory continuous trial system aims to enhance judicial efficiency and expedite the resolution of cases. The new protocol is set to take effect on February 15, 1990.
Law Information
- Reference Number
- Supreme Court Administrative Circular No. 03-90
- Date Enacted
- Category
- Supreme Court Issuances
- Subcategory
- Administrative Circulars
- Jurisdiction
- Philippines
- Enacting Body
- Congress of the Philippines
Full Law Text
January 31, 1990
SUPREME COURT ADMINISTRATIVE CIRCULAR NO. 03-90
| TO | : | Regional Trial Courts, Shari'a District Courts, Metropolitan Trial Courts, Municipal Trial Courts in Cities, Municipal Trial Courts, Municipal Circuit Trial Courts, and Shari'a Circuit Courts |
| SUBJECT | : | Mandatory Continuous Trial in All Courts |
A significant decongestion of dockets has been observed in courts conducting mandatory continuous trial. This is a positive indication of the success of the system envisioned under Administrative Circular No. 4.
For this reason, beginning February 15, 1990, all trial courts in the Philippines shall adopt the mandatory continuous trial system pursuant to Administrative Circular No. 4 of this Court, dated September 22, 1988 and Circular No. 1-89, dated January 19, 1989. cdt
January 31, 1990.
(SGD.) MARCELO B. FERNAN Chief Justice
Cite This Law
Mandatory Continuous Trial in All Courts, Supreme Court Administrative Circular No. 03-90, Jan 31, 1990 (Philippines)
Mandatory Continuous Trial in All Courts, Supreme Court Administrative Circular No. 03-90 (Phil. 1990)
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