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2002-08-29 |
PANGANIBAN, J. |
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| are expected to spare no effort to save the accused from unrighteous incarcerations.[43] They must present, by all fair and reasonable means, every defense and mitigating circumstance that the law permits. This they must do so that their clients would not be deprived of life or liberty except by due process of law duly applied.[44] Appellant's counsel should have not only perfunctorily represented his client during the pendency of the case, but should have kept in mind his duty to render effective legal assistance and true service by protecting the latter's rights at all times. WHEREFORE, the appeal is GRANTED and the assailed Decision SET ASIDE. Appellant Matias Lagramada is ACQUITTED on reasonable doubt. | |||||