The Anti-Terrorism Act of 2020 addresses terrorism and provides measures for preventing and combating terrorism. It defines what constitutes terrorism and grants authorities enhanced powers for...
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This law protects women and children from various forms of abuse, including physical, sexual, and psychological violence, and provides legal remedies and sanctions for offenders.
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The Human Security Act of 2007 focuses on combating terrorism and enhancing national security. It provides for the definition of terrorism, the designation of terrorist organizations, and the issuance of arrest and search warrants related to terrorism cases. The Act also outlines the procedures for the detention of suspected terrorists, including safeguards to prevent abuse of power...
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The Revised Penal Code, enacted in 1930, serves as the cornerstone of criminal law in the Philippines. It defines various crimes, such as theft, murder, and robbery, and establishes penalties for these offenses. The Code is divided into two main books: Book I, which deals with general principles and penalties, and Book II, which addresses specific crimes...
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The Cybercrime Prevention Act addresses crimes committed through or involving the use of computer systems and the internet. It covers offenses such as hacking, identity theft, cybersex, and online libel...
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Republic Act No. 7080 defines plunder as a crime involving the illegal acquisition of wealth through corruption or other criminal means, specifically targeting public officials and employees who misappropriate government funds...
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Republic Act No. 544, as amended by Republic Act No. 1582, establishes the legal framework for the practice of civil engineering in the Philippines. The Act outlines the qualifications, licensing requirements, and professional standards for civil engineers, ensuring that individuals engaged in this field meet the necessary educational and ethical standards...
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This law defines and penalizes rape, including marital rape, and provides a broader scope of protections for victims of sexual assault, with penalties for offenders.
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This law regulates the ownership, possession, and use of firearms and ammunition in the Philippines, aiming to ensure public safety and reduce violence.
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This law prohibits hazing in fraternities, sororities, and other organizations, establishing criminal penalties for those who engage in or facilitate such activities.
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Protects children from all forms of abuse, exploitation, and discrimination. It defines various forms of child abuse and provides penalties for those who exploit children for labor or sexual purposes.
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Aims to address bullying in schools by mandating the creation of anti-bullying policies in educational institutions, ensuring that victims are protected and offenders are penalized.
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Updates the penalties under the Revised Penal Code based on current economic conditions, including adjustments to fines and penalties for crimes like theft and fraud.(Revised Penal Code Amendments)
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This law criminalizes the act of enforced or involuntary disappearance, protecting individuals from being abducted or detained without legal justification by state agents or private individuals.
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This law prohibits the practice of torture in all its forms, defining and criminalizing torture, and establishing penalties for offenders while ensuring protection for victims.
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This law classifies child exploitation as a heinous crime, imposing stricter penalties for crimes such as child prostitution, trafficking, and labor.
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Updates and strengthens anti-money laundering measures in compliance with international standards, broadening the scope of crimes covered, and enhancing enforcement mechanisms.
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Establishes fixed terms for key military officers to ensure continuity in leadership and professionalism within the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP). It includes penalties for violations of its provisions.
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Penalizes gender-based sexual harassment in public spaces, workplaces, and online, promoting safe environments for all genders.
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Includes criminal provisions for violations related to electoral processes during the transition.
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Criminalizes unauthorized or unregulated online cockfighting operations to curb gambling-related crimes.
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Raises the age of sexual consent to 16 years old to strengthen laws against child exploitation and abuse.
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Criminalizes the misuse of data collected from community-based systems intended for policy and planning purposes.
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Criminalizes the use of unregistered SIM cards in criminal activities to counter scams and identity fraud.
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Contains penal provisions for hoarding, cartel operations, and smuggling of rice, ensuring food security and price regulation.
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This law criminalizes the financing of terrorist activities, providing measures to counter money laundering for terrorism purposes.
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Promotes organic farming in the Philippines and penalizes the fraudulent use of organic certifications.
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Standardizes the Philippine time and penalizes public offices or businesses that fail to synchronize with the official time.
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Anti-Mail Order Spouse Act criminalizes businesses or schemes matching Filipinos with foreigners for marriage on a commercial basis.
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Child Safety in Motor Vehicles Act requires the use of child restraint systems in vehicles and penalizes non-compliance.
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Protects children from abuse and violence in armed conflict in by penalizing their recruitment, use, or exploitation, and providing remedies for their rehabilitation.
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Anti Car-napping Act of 2016 imposes heavier penalties for vehicle theft and updates provisions to include new technologies used in car theft.
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Amends the Meat Inspection Code of the Philippines to enforce stricter penalties for the production and distribution of unsafe or mislabeled meat
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Establishes the Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park and imposes criminal penalties for damaging marine ecosystems within the park.
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