Title
Supreme Court
Prohibiting Defacement of Philippine Currency
Law
Presidential Decree No. 247
Decision Date
Jul 18, 1973
Presidential Decree No. 247 prohibits and penalizes the defacement, mutilation, tearing, burning, or destruction of Philippine Central Bank notes and coins, emphasizing the importance of preserving the currency's integrity and lifespan to maintain the stability of the financial system and promote economic growth.

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