Elimination of Preparatory Recall Assembly

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Elimination of Preparatory Recall Assembly

Law: Republic Act No. 9244

Decision Date: Feb 19, 2004

Republic Act No. 9244 amends the process of recalling local government officials in the Philippines, allowing registered voters to initiate the recall through a petition and setting specific requirements for the number of petitioners based on the voting population.

Law Summary

Election on Recall

Once a valid recall petition is filed, Comelec must schedule the recall election within:
- 30 days for barangay, city, or municipal officials;
- 45 days for provincial officials.
The official sought to be recalled is automatically certified as a candidate and is eligible to be voted upon.

Effect of Removing Preparatory Recall Assembly

All pending recall petitions initiated through the Preparatory Recall Assembly are dismissed upon this Act's effectivity.

Repeal and Modification of Conflicting Laws

Any laws, orders, or regulations inconsistent with this Act are repealed or amended accordingly.

Effectivity

The Act takes effect 15 days after publication in the Official Gazette or two national newspapers.

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