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2006-03-23 |
PANGANIBAN, CJ |
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| By the very nature of their duties, sheriffs perform a sensitive function in the dispensation of justice.[14] They are thus duty-bound to know the basic rules relative to the implementation of writs of execution. At all times, they should show a high degree of professionalism in the performance of their duties.[15] As front-line representatives of our justice system, they should be more vigilant in the execution of the law. Once the people's trust is lost, the people's faith in the judiciary is likewise diminished.[16] | |||||