Amendment to Court of Appeals jurisdiction and composition

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PRESIDENTIAL DECREE NO. 289: Amendment to Court of Appeals jurisdiction and composition

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Title Supreme Court: Amendment to Court of Appeals jurisdiction and composition

Law: Presidential Decree No. 289

Decision Date: Sep 7, 1973

Presidential Decree No. 289 amends the Judiciary Act to increase the membership of the Court of Appeals and remove the statutory mode of disciplining its members, in order to address the backlog of cases and ensure timely decision-making.

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Organizational Structure and Sitting Arrangements

The Court of Appeals sits as a whole (en banc) but may also convene in twelve divisions.
Each division consists of three Justices.
All twelve divisions are authorized to sit simultaneously to manage the court's caseload.

Rationale for the Amendments

The expanded jurisdiction of the Court and an increased number of cases appealed from city and municipal courts have led to a surge in cases.
Under the new Constitution, the Court of Appeals is mandated to decide cases within twelve months from their submission.
The increase in Court membership aims to prevent backlog buildup and ensure timely resolution.

Modification of Disciplinary Procedures

The decree removes impeachment as the mode to discipline members of the Court of Appeals.
This change aligns disciplinary processes with Article X, Section 7 of the Constitution.

Effectivity and Authority

The amendments take effect immediately upon issuance.
The decree is issued under the authority of the President of the Philippines through constitutional powers and related proclamations and general orders.

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