Title
Cruz vs. Enrile
Case
G.R. No. 75983
Decision Date
Apr 15, 1988
Habeas corpus petition challenged detention of 217 "political detainees" tried by military tribunals during martial law. Court ruled military tribunals lacked jurisdiction over civilians, nullified proceedings, ordered retrials in civil courts, and mandated immediate release for some detainees.
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