Republic Act No. 137

: Cockfighting, horse racing, and jai-alai games are prohibited on the fourth day of July of each year under Republic Act No. 137.
: The prohibition is enforced on the fourth day of July each year, which is the birthday of the Republic of the Philippines.
: A person who violates the provisions of the Act may be fined up to two hundred pesos, or imprisoned for up to six months, or both, as decided by the court.
: Yes, in the case of partnerships, corporations, or associations, liability devolves upon the president, director, or any other official responsible for the violation.
: No, the Act specifically states that any provision of existing law to the contrary notwithstanding, the prohibition still applies on July 4th.
: It was enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress assembled.
: The Act took effect upon its approval on June 14, 1947.
: July 4th is recognized as the birthday of the Republic of the Philippines, which is why the prohibition on cockfighting, horse racing, and jai-alai games is enforced on that date.
: Yes, the court has the discretion to impose either a fine, imprisonment, or both as penalties for violation.
: The president, director, or any other official responsible for the violation within a partnership, corporation, or association can be held criminally liable.