Confiscation of Conveyances in Illegal Logging

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DENR ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER NO. 19: Confiscation of Conveyances in Illegal Logging

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Title Supreme Court: Confiscation of Conveyances in Illegal Logging

Law: Denr Administrative Order No. 19

Decision Date: Jun 2, 1994

This amendment strengthens forest law enforcement by allowing the confiscation and forfeiture of vehicles used to illegally transport logs and forest products, exempting only public passenger conveyances unless specifically contracted for such transport.

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Legal Basis and Authority

The amendment is pursuant to PD No. 705 and Executive Orders No. 227 and No. 192, which provide the legal framework for forest law enforcement and protection.
This amendment revises Section 2 of DENR Administrative Order No. 54, Series of 1993 as previously amended by DENR Administrative Order No. 67, Series of 1993.

Effectivity and Procedural Compliance

The Order takes effect fifteen (15) days after submission of a copy to the University of the Philippines Law Center, consistent with the requirements under the Administrative Code of 1987.

Enforcement Objective

The primary aim is to strengthen forest law enforcement by providing a clear and enforceable mechanism to deter illegal transport and possession of forest products through confiscation of the means of conveyance.

Important Legal Concepts

"Conveyances" include vehicles or means used to transport forest products.
"Illegal" refers to the absence of legal documents proving lawful possession or transport.
The principle of government forfeiture underscores the state's ownership rights over resources and remedies against illicit activities.
Specific exemption ensures that ordinary public transportation not involved in illegal activities is not unduly penalized.

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