Francis Garchitorena
Francis Xavier Garchitorena (January 8, 1938 - February 25, 2005) was a Filipino Sandiganbayan Presiding Judge from 1986 to 2002.
Francis Garchitorena | |
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| Presiding Judge of Sandiganbayan | |
| In office 1986–2002 | |
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| Born | Francis Xavier Garchitorena January 8, 1938 Camarines Sur, Philippines |
| Died | February 25, 2005 (aged 67) Makati, Philippines |
| Spouse | Victoria Pineda |
| Parent(s) | Buenaventura de Erquiaga Palacios Flor Chereau Garchitorena |
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| Alma mater | Ateneo de Manila University Ateneo de Naga University |
| Known for | Presiding judge of Sandiganbayan |
Francis studied in Ateneo de Naga University and graduated from the Law School of Ateneo de Manila University in 1962. He was one of the leading lawyers during his time. He was appointed Sandigan Bayan Justice. Minita V. Chico Nazario was appointed to fill his place.
In 2001, he quarreled with Associate Justice Anacleto Badoy, but engaged in dialogue. Eventually Badoy would go on leave after the tensions reached a climax.
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