Nicolas-Lewis, et al vs.
Comelec
G.R. No.
162759 August 4, 2006
Petitioners
were dual citizens by virtue of RA 9225. Petitioners sought to avail their
right of suffrage under RA 9189 or the Overseas Absentee
Voting Act of 2003. Comelec, however, did not allow petitioners to vote in the
2004 election, reasoning the petitioners faield to comply with the requirement
of 1-year residency prior the elections as provided for under Article 5, Sec 1
of the Constitution.
Issue:
Whether
or not petitioners may participate in the election sans the compliance of the 1
year residency.
Ruling:
see: NICOLAS-LEWIS VS. COMELEC RULING
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