Talens-Dabon Vs Arceo C1-1
Talens-Dabon Vs Arceo C1-1
Talens-Dabon Vs Arceo C1-1
Rule 2.00: A Judge should avoid impropriety and the appearance of impropriety in all
activities.
Rule 2.01: A judge should so behave at all times as to promote public confidence in the
integrity and impartially of the judiciary.
The Court has adhered and set forth the exacting standards of morality and decency
which every member of the judiciary must observe. A magistrate is judged not only by his
official acts but also by his private morals, to the extent that such private morals are
externalized. He should not only possess proficiency in law but should likewise possess
moral integrity for the people look up to him as a virtuous and upright man.
The Court also stressed that, all trial judges should endeavor to conduct
themselves strictly in accordance with the mandate of existing laws and the Code of
Judicial Ethics that they be exemplars in the communities and the living personification of
justice and the Rule of Law.
WHEREFORE, Judge Hermin E. Arceo is hereby DISMISSED from the service for gross
misconduct and immorality prejudicial to the best interests of the service, with forfeiture
of all retirement benefits and with prejudice to re-employment in any branch of the
government, including government-owned and controlled corporations.