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  Traffic Violation Does Not Justify a Warrantless Search Statement of the Case This case involves the conviction of Angelito Ridon for illegal possession of a firearm under Republic Act No. 10591 (Comprehensive Firearms and Ammunition Regulation Act) . The Supreme Court was tasked with determining whether the firearm seized from Ridon during a warrantless search was admissible, given that the search was conducted following a mere traffic violation. Facts Incident: Angelito Ridon was driving a motorcycle when police officers stopped him for entering a one-way street in violation of traffic regulations. Instead of stopping, Ridon made a U-turn, prompting a chase. Apprehension: The police, with assistance from a Bantay Bayan (a civilian peacekeeping force), eventually cornered Ridon. In the process, Ridon fell off his motorcycle. As he attempted to reach for something at his waist, the Bantay Bayan restrained him. Search and Arrest: One of the officers frisked Ridon and found a...

  SC Clarifies: No Extension to File Answer in Ejectment Suits In Victoria G. Gachon and Alex Guevara vs. Hon. Norberto C. Devera, Jr. , G.R. No. 116695 , the Supreme Court clarified the application of the Rules on Summary Procedure , specifically whether the period for filing pleadings should be applied strictly or liberally . The Case The petitioners, Gachon and Guevara, were required to file an answer within ten days of receiving summons in a forcible entry case. They missed the deadline and filed a motion for an extension, which was rejected because such motions are prohibited under the Rule on Summary Procedure. The petitioners then sought to admit their late answer, but this was also denied. After the Municipal Trial Court ruled against them, they appealed to the Regional Trial Court, and then to the Supreme Court. The Issue The key issue was whether the court should apply the ten-day period for filing pleadings strictly, as outlined in the Rule on Summary Procedure, or whet...