Appellate court denies contempt raps vs de Lima, others

wTHE Court of Appeals (CA) has denied due course to a petition seeking to cite for indirect contempt two Cabinet officials and other police officers for supposed defiance of the court’s order enjoining them from clearing out a gaming company’s off-fronton betting operations.
The petition was filed by Meriedien Vista Gaming Corp., a gaming outfit allegedly owned by Atong Ang, which has been granted a franchise by the Games and Amusement Board (GAB) to operate in the province of Cagayan Valley.
The company is questioning the legality of the Department of Justice-Department of Interior and Local Government joint memorandum circular 0001-2011 dated June 27, 2011, which ordered the crackdown on the its betting stations.

The assailed circular also said that applications for business permits filed by Meridien with local government units, as well as those already issued to the firm should be denied or cancelled pursuant to Sections 5 and 7 of Republic Act 954, which prohibits certain activities in connection with horse races and jai alai and prescribed penalties for its violation.

The two line departments issued the joint memorandum after receiving reports about the resurgence of illegal gambling activities in some Luzon provinces based on a complaint of the DILG in the involvement of Meridien.

In a 10-page resolution penned by Associate Justice Juan Enriquez Jr., the CA’s Former Special Sixth Division found no merit in the contention of Meridien that the indiscriminate arrest of its employees and seizure of items used in its business operations pursuant to respondents’ joint circular.

The CA gave weight to the arguments of the Office of the Solicitor General, representing Justice Secretary Leila de Lima and Local Government Jesse Robredo that they were merely discharging their mandated duty when they arrested Meridien’s employees who were caught operating an illegal numbers’ game in Barangay Cainging, Maragondon, Cavite on September 30, 2011, which is outside its coverage of franchise.

“In the present case, the assailed acts of respondents do not constitute disobedience to, or defiance of the writ of preliminary injunction, a lawful writ issued by this Court, since their act of apprehending Meridien’s employees who were then involved in illegal jueteng operations and the consequent seizure of the jueteng paraphernalia is not the acts enjoined by said writ. Respondents thus, did not commit any act amounting to indirect contempt,” the Court ruled.

The appellate court held that petitioner failed to prove that the respondents signified its willful disregard of the court and the administration of law by impeding the due administration of justice.

“We need to remind that the power to punish for contempt of court is exercised on the preservative and not on the vindictive principle, and only occasionally should a court invoke its inherent power in order to retain that respect without which the administration of justice must falter or fail,” said the Court.

Concurring with the ruling were Associate Justices Ramon Bato Jr. and Jane Aurora Lantion. (JCV/Sunnex)
Source: http://www.sunstar.com.ph/manila/local-news/2012/03/13/appellate-court-denies-contempt-raps-vs-de-lima-others-211014

Frequently visited resort hotel in Pampanga Angeles City Clark Freeport Zone shares news, articles, suggestions and ideas on matters that might enhance your visit to Subic and Clark Pampanga for vacation and travel, as well as to organize, plan or attend a corporate or social event near Manila.

Where to stay in Clark, Philippines?

Voted Best Hotel in Clark Pampanga, this beach resort is a semi-private establishment located in the central business district near shopping, business, entertainment, airport and other conveniences of Philippines Clark Freeport Zone. This 13 hectare lake beach resort near Manila Philippines is a place of leisure that is highly recommended for family tourists with children or couples and individuals hoping to relax and enjoy peace and quiet in a laidback American suburban lifestyle.

Adding to the charm and attractiveness of this resort hotel in Clark Philippines are certain unique factors including safety, a keen sense of security and privacy that the main zone of Clark Freeport Zone offers. Angeles Philippines, Subic or Manila cannot offer the same sense of security like Clark Philippines. Clearwater is one of the best hotel in Clark and the resort is a very popular venue for rest and relaxation especially for golfers after a round of golf at one of the best golf courses near Manila. Clark is home to some of the best golf courses in Pampanga.

Clearwater is generally regarded as is a place of leisure and the best private resort in Pampanga. This Clark hotel is the most frequently visited private resort outside Manila for corporate planning because of its exclusivity.

Pampanga is an important province of the Philippines slated to be the next business and tourism center of the country. Already international traffic prefers the Clark International Airport and tourists find Clark Freeport Zone easier to get around than Manila. Safety, low crime rate, no traffic and low pollution levels all contribute to making Pampanga Angeles City Clark Freeport Zone a preferred destination for local and international tourists.

For reservations, comments and inquiries,

Clearwater Resort & Country Club
Creekside Road corner of Centennial Road,
Central Business District, Clark Freeport Zone,
Pampanga, Philippines 2023

Tel: (045)599-5949 0917-520-4403 0922-870-5177

Manila Sales Office
3003C East Tower, Phil Stock Exchange Center,
Exchange Rd Ortigas Metro Manila, Philippines 1605
(632) 637-5019 0917-520-4393 Rea or Chay

http://www.ClearwaterPhilippines.com

Email: Inquiry@ClearwaterPhilippines.com

Getting to this hotel in Clark Philippines
After entering Clark Freeport from Subic, Manila, Dau and Angeles City, proceed straight along Clark’s main highway MA Roxas, passing Clark’s largest wine shop called Clark Wine Center on your right, continue to bear right making no turns at all, go past Mimosa Leisure Estate on the opposite side of the road, you will hit a major intersection. Go straight and the road becomes Creekside Road. YATS Clearwater Resort and Country Club is on your right just 200m down. Traffic in Clark Philippines is light so it should be quite easy for get to this hotel in Clark Philippines.

For inquiries and bookings, Youmay click here to contact Clearwater Resort for inquiries and reservations

Wedding couples looking for wedding reception venues and beach wedding venues can log on to this Philippines Wedding Venue web site for free information and assistance:

http://www.PhilippinesWeddingVenue.com

While in Clark, it might be a good idea to enjoy an evening of wine-and-dine in the fine dining Yats Restaurant and Wine Bar that features an award winning 2700-line wine list. It is located in Mimosa Leisure Estate of Clark Freeport Zone. For more information, visit http://www.YatsRestaurant.com

YATS Leisure Philippines is a developer and operator of clubs, resorts and high-class restaurants and wine shops in Clark Angeles Philippines http://www.YatsLeisure.com

While in Clark, one might as well add to the itinerary a visit to the famous Clark Wine Center, the largest wine shop in Philippines which offers over 2000 selections of fine vintage wine from all wine regions, vintages spanning over 50 years covering all price ranges.
http://www.ClarkWineCenter.com

Looking for famous tourists spots, places to visit and see, relax and unwind in Clark, Pampanga, Philippines? You may want to check out these sites also:

http://www.LondonPubClark.com

http://www.HotelClarkPhilippines.com

http://www.ClarkPhilippines.com

http://www.YatsWineCellars.com

For jobs and business investment opportunities in the Philippines please visit http://www.yilp.com