Penalties for Illegal Occupation and Destruction of Forests

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Republic Act No. 3701: Penalties for Illegal Occupation and Destruction of Forests

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Penalties for Illegal Occupation and Destruction of Forests

Law: Republic Act No. 3701

Decision Date: Jun 22, 1963

A Philippine law enacted in 1963 aims to prevent the destruction of forests by prohibiting unauthorized entry and occupation of public forests, engaging in activities that damage the forest, and negligently allowing fires to spread, with corresponding penalties and eviction from the land for offenders.

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