Saulo v. People

Summary

Edwin Saulo was convicted of two counts of B.P. 22 violations and perjury. Saulo, owner of Khumbmela Products, borrowed money from employee Marsene Alberto and issued two checks as payment. When the checks bounced, Alberto sent notice of dishonor. Saulo then filed criminal cases against Alberto claiming she stole and falsified the checks. Alberto retaliated with B.P. 22 and perjury charges. Courts found Saulo actually issued the checks legitimately but lied under oath in his complaint-affidavit by denying any business relationship with Alberto. The Supreme Court affirmed the convictions, ruling that factual findings on witness credibility and deliberate falsehood are not reviewable. The case demonstrates criminal liability for bounced checks and false statements under oath, with corporate officers being personally liable for corporate check violations.