Forensic Laboratory Examination and Certification
- Forensic laboratory examiners must issue certification of laboratory examination results immediately upon receipt of the subject items.
- If the volume of seized items is large, preventing completion of tests within the expected timeframe, a provisional partial report indicating the quantities yet to be examined shall be issued.
- The final certification must be released immediately after the completion of all examinations and certifications.
Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR)
- The PDEA is mandated to issue necessary guidelines to effectively implement Section 21, in consultation with the Department of Justice (DOJ) and other relevant sectors.
- These regulations aim to strengthen the anti-drug campaign by ensuring the proper handling and disposition of seized dangerous drugs and related items.
Separability Clause
- Any provision or part of this act declared invalid or unconstitutional shall not affect the validity of the remainder of the law or unaffected provision.
Repealing Clause
- All laws, presidential decrees, executive orders, administrative orders, and other issuances inconsistent or contrary to this act are repealed, modified, or amended accordingly.
Effectivity
- The law takes effect fifteen (15) days after its complete publication in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.