Ruffy vs Chief of Staff; G.R. No. L-533; 20 Aug 1946
FACTS: During the Japanese occupation, Ramon Ruffy organized and led a guerilla outfit known as Bolo combat team of Bolo Area. The Bolo Area later because part of the 6th Military district, which has been recognized and placed under the operational control of the U.S. Army in the South Pacific. Sometime later, Col. Jurado effected a change of command in the Bolo Area. Major Ruffy who was then acting as commanding officer was relieved of his position. Later, Col. Jurado was slain allegedly by petitioner. ISSUE(S): Whether or not petitioner is subject to military law at the time the alleged…