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The West Visayas State University College of Law is the University's academic unit offering the Juris Doctor program. Established in 2020, the College provides legal education through instruction, research, and extension, supported by a faculty of judges, prosecutors, and legal practitioners. This collection contains the scholarly publications, research outputs, and other academic resources produced by the College of Law.
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WVSU Journal for Law Advocacy [6]
WVSU Journal for Law Advocacy (JLA) (ISSN : 1908-532X)
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Exploiting electoral exchanges: The rules on substitution of candidates in the Philippine electoral system
(College of Law, West Visayas State University, 2021)(Extract) Every six years, Filipinos are set to elect the new President, Vice President, and Senators while the selection of new members of the House of Representatives, mayors, governors, barangay officials, as well ... -
Towards a clean and honest elections: Jurisprudence on election-related offenses: Prospects for 2022 national election and beyond
(College of Law, West Visayas State University, 2021-2022)(Extract) The vote is precious, almost sacred. It is the most powerful non-violent tool we have in a democratic society, and we must use it”. Democracy thrives when people actively participate and take part in social ... -
The Philippine party-list system and representation of marginalized populations
(College of Law, West Visayas State University, 2021)The Party-list system is a unique aspect of the Philippine political system; a political battleground designed to ensure a representative democracy that allows for ample and proportional representation of marginalized ... -
No time runs against families?: Gains and losses in regulating political dynasties in the Philippines
(College of Law, West Visayas State University, 2021)(Extract) Families dominate Philippine Politics. They occupy governmental posts and have a direct hand in legislation. The pioneering volume of Alfred McCoy’s book published in 1994 entitled Anarchy of Families reveals ... -
Back to the future's past: An overview of the recently concluded 2022 National Elections
(College of Law, West Visayas State University, 2021)(Extract) With the pandemic placing additional stress on both private and government institutions, the Philippines is at a historic crossroads with the need to elect leaders who can propel the nation toward economic ... -
Clinical legal education program and revised model law curriculum: Championing law advocacy and ethical-driven lawyering
(College of Law, West Visayas State University, 2021)(Extract) The rebranding of Rule 138-A1 with lethargic history save for the University of the Philippines’ Office of Legal Aid and the Ateneo Legal Services Center is a great leap forward to fix the huge disconnect between ...
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