GENERAL ORDER NO. 1

: The legal basis is Proclamation No. 216 (s.2017), which placed Mindanao under martial law and suspended the privilege of the writ of habeas corpus for a period not exceeding sixty (60) days.
: The Secretary of National Defense is designated as the Administrator of martial law in Mindanao.
: The Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines is the Implementor of martial law in Mindanao.
: The AFP is empowered to prevent and suppress all acts of rebellion and lawless violence in Mindanao, arrest persons committing such acts, and ensure the enforcement of laws and maintenance of public order and safety.
: No, the operation of the Constitution is not suspended by the declaration of martial law.
: No, military courts or agencies do not have jurisdiction over civilians where civil courts are able to function.
: Any person arrested or detained must be judicially charged within three (3) days; otherwise, they must be released.
: Constitutional rights shall be respected and protected at all times during the implementation of the order.
: The Commission on Human Rights is enjoined to zealously exercise its constitutional mandate and assist the Executive in ensuring the protection of constitutional and human rights of all citizens.
: Media practitioners are requested to exercise prudence in disseminating information to avoid compromising the security and safety of Armed Forces and law enforcement personnel.