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People V Santocildes
People V Santocildes
FACTS
Crime Rape
Events Santocildes was charged with the crime of rape of a girl less than 9 years old
before Trial Upon arraignment, he entered a plea of not guilty
SC RTC decision is SET ASIDE, and the case is REMANDED to the trial court for new trial
DISPOSITIVE PORTION
WHEREFORE, the assailed judgment is SET ASIDE, and the case is hereby REMANDED to the trial court
for new trial.
With respect to the unauthorized practice of law by the person named Gualberto C. Ompong in connection
with this case, the local Chapter of the Integrated Bar of the Philippines of Iloilo City is DIRECTED to conduct
a prompt and thorough investigation regarding this matter and to report its recommendations to the Court
within ninety (90) days from notice of this order. Let all concerned parties, including the O ce of the Bar
Confidant, be each furnished a copy of this Decision for their appropriate action.
NOTES:
Section 1 of Rule 138 of the Rules of Court explicitly states who are entitled to practice law in the
Philippines
Section 2 of Rule 138 clearly provides for the requirements for all applicants for admission to the bar