Definition of Persons Subject to Curfew Restrictions
- All persons within the Philippines are subject to the curfew regulations.
- Movement outside one’s residence during curfew hours is prohibited unless granted a written authorization by the military commander in charge of the area.
Authorization and Exceptions to Curfew
- Written authorization must be obtained from the military commander-in-charge for any movement outside the residence during curfew hours.
- This authorization is limited to necessary and justified reasons consistent with military orders and control.
Enforcement and Detention Procedures
- Persons found violating the curfew order shall be arrested immediately.
- Apprehended individuals are to be detained within the nearest military camp.
Release and Further Detention Conditions
- Detainees must be released by twelve o’clock noon of the day following their apprehension unless there are valid and compelling grounds for continued detention.
- If continued detention is warranted, individuals shall be transferred to and held within the nearest prison camp.
Legal Basis and Authorization
- The order derives its authority from Proclamation No. 1081, issued on September 21, 1972.
- The President, as Commander-in-Chief of the AFP, issues the order.
- It amends the previous curfew provisions set forth in General Order No. 4, dated September 22, 1972.