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Wednesday, January 14, 2009 (Philippines)
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| CEBU. Members of Cebu's legal community and law students believe SC Chief Justice Reynato Puno's philosophy is a stumbling block to politicians. (Alex Badayos) |
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MANILA (Updated 9:33 a.m.) -- A Manila court found former Batangas governor Jose Antonio Leviste guilty of homicide in the death of his long-time aide Rafael delas Alas in 2007.
Makati Judge Elmo Alameda sentenced Leviste to six to 12 years imprisonment after the former governor failed to present a witness that will support his claim of self-defense.
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