The Supreme Court of the Philippines, known in Filipino as Kataas-taasang Hukuman ng Pilipinas, is the highest judicial body in the country and serves as the court of last resort. Its composition includes a Chief Justice and fourteen Associate Justices. It finds its precedent in the Royal Court of Manila created at the end of the 16th century. The Supreme Court was established on June 11, 1901 and with the 1987 Constitution has strengthened its independence and authority, clearly establishing its powers and functions.
Among its main functions are the administrative supervision of all courts and their personnel in the Philippines, as well as the ability to review decisions of lower courts and evaluate the constitutionality of laws and governmental acts. Its main functions are: Court of Final Appeal: Acts as the highest authority in the interpretation of the Constitution and laws of the country. Judicial Review: Has the power to declare unconstitutional laws and governmental acts that contradict the Constitution. Administrative Oversight: Exercises administrative supervision over all courts and their personnel in the Philippines, ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of the judicial system.
Although not part of the legislative branch, the Supreme Court contributes to regulatory development through its jurisprudence, providing guidance for future legislative reforms.
In the project, the Supreme Court will play a key role through:
- The participation of its representatives in the seminar to review the reports prepared by the experts, in order to contribute to the drafting of the legislative reforms.
- The collaboration of its Computerization Committee in the preparation and validation of the Guide for the Digitalization of Justice, ensuring its subsequent dissemination in the judicial field.
