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2015-02-04 |
PERLAS-BERNABE, J. |
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| In this relation, note that the penalty imposed by law is not directed at respondent's private life, but rather at her actuation unbecoming of a public official.[26] As explained in In re: Complaint for Failure to Pay Just Debts Against Esther T. Andres,[27] willful refusal to pay just debts, much like misconduct, equally contemplates the punishment of the errant official in view of the damage done to the image of the Judiciary: The Court cannot overstress the need for circumspect and proper behavior on the part of court employees. "While it may be just for an individual to incur indebtedness unrestrained by the fact that he is a public officer or employee, caution should be taken to prevent the occurrence of dubious circumstances that might inevitably impair the image of the public office." Employees of the court should always keep in mind that the court is regarded by the public with respect. Consequently, the conduct of each court personnel should be circumscribed with the heavy burden of onus and must at all times be characterized by, among other things, uprightness, propriety and decorum. x x x. | |||||
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2009-08-04 |
CHICO-NAZARIO, J. |
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| The gravamen of Sermonia's offense is her unwillingness to pay a just obligation. The penalty imposed by the law is not directed at Sermonia's private life, but at her actuation unbecoming a public official.[18] | |||||