Amendment to Penal Code on Immoral Doctrines

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PRESIDENTIAL DECREE NO. 969: Amendment to Penal Code on Immoral Doctrines

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Amendment to Penal Code on Immoral Doctrines

Law: Presidential Decree No. 969

Decision Date: Jul 24, 1976

Presidential Decree No. 969 amends the penalties for immoral doctrines, obscene publications, and indecent shows in the Philippines, including the forfeiture and destruction of prohibited materials, and imposes additional penalties for government officials who allow these offenses.

Law Summary

Disposition of Prohibited Articles

Materials involved in violations are forfeited to the government and destroyed upon conviction.
If accused is acquitted, forfeiture and destruction of materials still proceed following proceedings by the Chief of Constabulary.
Aggrieved parties may appeal forfeiture within 15 days to the Secretary of National Defense.
The Secretary's decision on appeal is final and unappealable.

Penalties for Government Officials

Government officials/employees who allow violations are subject to maximum penalties.
Additional accessory penalties under the Revised Penal Code apply.

Implementation and Regulations

The Chief of Constabulary, with approval of the Secretary of National Defense, shall promulgate implementing rules and regulations.

Effectivity

The decree takes effect 15 days after publication in two newspapers of general circulation.

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