Title
Creation of 6 RTC branches in Angeles City
Law
Republic Act No. 10582
Decision Date
May 24, 2013
Six additional branches of the Regional Trial Court are established in Angeles City, Pampanga, to enhance judicial efficiency in the Third Judicial Region, with funding and implementation coordinated by the Supreme Court and the Department of Justice.

Law Summary

Assignment of Branch Numbers

  • The Supreme Court is responsible for assigning the official branch numbers to these newly created RTC branches.

Implementation and Funding

  • The Chief Justice, in coordination with the Secretary of the Department of Justice, shall promptly incorporate the provisions of this Act into the Court’s implementation program.
  • Funding for the new branches shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.
  • Release of funds for the operation of these courts is conditional upon the actual organization of the courts and appointment of personnel.

Amendments to Existing Laws

  • Section 14(c) of Batas Pambansa Blg. 129 (The Judiciary Reorganization Act of 1980), as amended, is modified or repealed as necessary to accommodate the changes introduced by this Act.
  • Any other inconsistent provisions with this Act are likewise repealed, modified, or amended accordingly.

Effectivity

  • This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication.
  • Publication must be done either in the Official Gazette or in two newspapers of general circulation.

Legislative Process and Approval

  • This Act is a consolidation of Senate Bill No. 3056 and House Bill No. 6853.
  • Passed by the Senate on September 17, 2012, and by the House of Representatives on February 6, 2013.
  • Approved by the President of the Philippines on May 24, 2013.

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