No Notice, No Conviction: The Critical Role of Due Process in Bouncing Check Cases

In cases involving bouncing checks, simply issuing a check that bounces isn’t enough for a conviction under Philippine law. A crucial element is proving that the issuer was properly notified that their check was dishonored and given a chance to make amends. This Supreme Court case underscores the importance of this ‘notice of dishonor’ as a cornerstone of due process in B.P. 22 violations, protecting individuals from unjust convictions when proper notification is lacking.

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G.R. No. 140665, November 13, 2000

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INTRODUCTION

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Imagine facing criminal charges for a bounced check, even if you weren’t properly informed it had bounced. This is the unsettling reality highlighted in Victor Ting