Resolution Directing Wide Publicity of Notice of Opening of Nomination and of List of Applicants for the Judicial Positions
The Judicial and Bar Council Resolution No. JBC-007, issued on February 2, 1999, mandates the wide publicity of judicial position nominations in the Philippines. To ensure transparency and public awareness, the resolution requires that the list of applicants be published in two national newspapers and one local newspaper, alongside postings in conspicuous locations within the relevant jurisdiction. Additionally, copies of the list must be distributed to the national office of the Integrated Bar of the Philippines, local chapters, and registered civic and religious organizations. The resolution emphasizes the importance of public knowledge in the appointment process to uphold the judiciary's integrity and independence. It takes effect on February 15, 1999.
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- What is Resolution Directing Wide Publicity of Notice of Opening of Nomination and of List of Applicants for the Judicial Positions about?
- The Judicial and Bar Council Resolution No. JBC-007, issued on February 2, 1999, mandates the wide publicity of judicial position nominations in the Philippines. To ensure transparency and public awareness, the resolution requires that the list of applicants be published in two national newspapers and one local newspaper, alongside postings in conspicuous locations within the relevant jurisdiction. Additionally, copies of the list must be distributed to the national office of the Integrated Bar of the Philippines, local chapters, and registered civic and religious organizations. The resolution emphasizes the importance of public knowledge in the appointment process to uphold the judiciary's integrity and independence. It takes effect on February 15, 1999.
- What type of law is Judicial and Bar Council Resolution No. JBC-007?
- Resolution Directing Wide Publicity of Notice of Opening of Nomination and of List of Applicants for the Judicial Positions (Judicial and Bar Council Resolution No. JBC-007) is a Philippine Other Rules and Procedures enacted by the Congress of the Philippines.
- When was Resolution Directing Wide Publicity of Notice of Opening of Nomination and of List of Applicants for the Judicial Positions enacted?
- Resolution Directing Wide Publicity of Notice of Opening of Nomination and of List of Applicants for the Judicial Positions (Judicial and Bar Council Resolution No. JBC-007) was enacted on Feb 2, 1999.
- What is the citation for Resolution Directing Wide Publicity of Notice of Opening of Nomination and of List of Applicants for the Judicial Positions?
- Resolution Directing Wide Publicity of Notice of Opening of Nomination and of List of Applicants for the Judicial Positions, Judicial and Bar Council Resolution No. JBC-007, Feb 2, 1999 (Philippines)
Law Information
- Reference Number
- Judicial and Bar Council Resolution No. JBC-007
- Date Enacted
- Category
- Other Rules and Procedures
- Subcategory
- Judicial and Bar Council
- Jurisdiction
- Philippines
- Enacting Body
- Congress of the Philippines
Full Law Text
February 2, 1999
JUDICIAL AND BAR COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. JBC-007
RESOLUTION DIRECTING WIDE PUBLICITY OF NOTICE OF OPENING OF NOMINATION AND OF LIST OF APPLICANTS FOR THE JUDICIAL POSITIONS
WHEREAS, the Constitution requires that only those of proven competence, integrity, probity, and independence be appointed Members of the Judiciary in the Philippines;
WHEREAS, it is self-evident that wide publicity of the list of applicants for a judicial post as determined by the Judicial and Bar Council must be done to ensure that the public be made adequately aware of who may likely be considered for appointment;
NOW THEREFORE, the Judicial and Bar Council has resolved, as it hereby resolves, that the list of applicants for a judicial position it finally determines to be published must be (a) published in two (2) national newspapers of general circulation in the Philippines and in one (1) local newspaper, if any, published and circulated in the province or city where the position applied for is located, and (b) posted in at least three conspicuous places in the specific place where the position is stationed, e.g., the city or municipal hall, entrance to the courtroom of the court concerned. In addition, copies of the list should be provided the national office, Integrated Bar of the Philippines and the chapter thereof in the place where the position applied for is located, as well as the registered professional, civic and religious organizations in such specific place. The assistance of the Executive Judge of the area concerned shall be solicited for the publication and the distribution of the list.
This resolution shall take effect on 15 February 1999.
Promulgated this 2nd day of February 1999 in the City of Manila.
(SGD.) HILARIO G. DAVIDE, JR.Chief Justice
(SGD.) SERAFIN R. CUEVASSecretary of Justice
(SGD.) RENATO L. CAYETANOSenator
(SGD.) ALFREDO E. ABUEG, JR.Deputy Speaker
(SGD.) REGINO C. HERMOSISIMA, JR.SC Justice (retired)
(SGD.) TERESITA CRUZ SISONMember
(SGD.) AMADO L. DIMAYUGAMember
(SGD.) ALFREDO M. MARIGOMENMember
Cite This Law
Resolution Directing Wide Publicity of Notice of Opening of Nomination and of List of Applicants for the Judicial Positions, Judicial and Bar Council Resolution No. JBC-007, Feb 2, 1999 (Philippines)
Resolution Directing Wide Publicity of Notice of Opening of Nomination and of List of Applicants for the Judicial Positions, Judicial and Bar Council Resolution No. JBC-007 (Phil. 1999)
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