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Case Title: Ruffy vs Chief of Staff,
Citation: G.R. No. 91626, October 3, 1991
ISSUES:
Issue #1: ConstiLaw1; Sovereignty
“Whether the petitioners were subject to the military law at the time
of war and Japanese occupation.”
Held: Yes, the petitioners were subject to military law. By their acceptance of
appointments as officers in the Bolo Area, they became members of the Philippine Army—the
Bolo Area being a contingent of the 6th military district which is recognized by the United States
army. Thus, petitioners are covered by the National Defense Act, Articles of War, and other
pertinent laws during an occupation.