Ombudsman Conchita Carpio-Morales
The Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled that Ombudsman Conchita Carpio-Morales is entitled to a full seven-year term.
Voting unanimously, the Court dismissed the consolidated petitions challenging Morales’ stay in the position.
Citing Article 11, Section 11 of the 1987 Constitution And Republic Act 6770 Or The Ombudsman Act, the court stated that the Ombudsman is appointed to a full term of seven years without reappointment and not simply the unexpired portion of the predecessor.
The petitioners are claiming that Morales, who was appointed in 2011 following the resignation of Ombudsman Merceditas Gutierez, should only serve until 2015 or remaining years of Gutierrez’ term. – Roderic Mendoza | UNTV News & Rescue
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