PRESIDENTIAL DECREE NO. 500

: The primary purpose of Presidential Decree No. 500 is to authorize chartered cities to provide financial aid for the maintenance of courts of first instance within their jurisdiction, including expenses related to construction, repair, alteration, equipment, and supplies.
: Under Section 190 of the Revised Administrative Code, the expenses for the maintenance of courts of first instance were originally to be borne by the provinces concerned.
: It grants chartered cities the authority to share in the expenses related to the construction, repair, and alteration of courthouses, courtrooms, court offices, and the cost of equipment and supplies for courts of first instance or similar courts within their jurisdiction.
: Yes, the decree states that any provision of law to the contrary notwithstanding, its provisions shall take precedence.
: It took effect immediately upon issuance on June 28, 1974.
: Courts of first instance or similar courts within the city jurisdiction are mentioned as eligible for financial aid.
: Cities can provide financial support for expenses related to construction, repair, alteration, equipment, and supplies for courthouses, courtrooms, and court offices.