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“The dialogue between freedom of expression and the sanctity of judicial proceedings will undoubtedly continue as more media outlets transmit more messages in the age of digital communication”
The decisions to cite individuals for contempt are often accompanied by thorough reasoning that delineates the line between acceptable criticism and actions that undermine the court’s authority. There are settled tests, and each was carefully discussed by ponente Justice Leonen, to support the conclusion of indirect contempt.
Justice Leonen’s application of these tests to Badoy’s case, which included highlighting the discourse in the comments section of the posts, underscores the judiciary’s commitment to safeguarding both the principle of free speech and the public order. Badoy, in her defense of her posts, made similar arguments her posts should not be construed so literally and seriously.
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