Extended Legal Detention Periods under RP Code

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Republic Act No. 1083: Extended Legal Detention Periods under RP Code

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Extended Legal Detention Periods under RP Code

Law: Republic Act No. 1083

Decision Date: Jun 15, 1954

Republic Act No. 1083 amends Article 125 of the Revised Penal Code to extend the period of legal detention, establish time frames for delivering detained individuals to judicial authorities, and ensure the rights of the detained person, while repealing or amending any inconsistent laws or regulations.

Rights of the Detained Person

The detained individual must be promptly informed of the cause of their detention.
Upon request, the detained person must be allowed to communicate and consult with their attorney or counsel at any time during detention.

Repeal and Amendment of Inconsistent Laws

All existing acts, executive orders, proclamations, rules, regulations, or parts thereof that conflict with the provisions of this Act are repealed or amended accordingly.

Effectivity of the Act

The Act takes effect immediately upon approval, ensuring swift implementation of the extended detention periods and procedural safeguards for detainees.

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