Title
Supreme Court
Leave Privileges for 1st Level Court Judges
Law
Republic Act No. 10709
Decision Date
Dec 9, 2015
A law granting judges of first level courts in the Philippines an additional 30 days of forfeitable leave with pay annually, separate from their existing vacation and sick leave privileges, is approved and will take effect after publication.

Law Summary

Rule-making Authority and Implementation

  • The Supreme Court is mandated to promulgate the rules and regulations necessary for the effective implementation of this Act.
  • The Supreme Court must issue these rules within thirty (30) days from the effectivity of the Act.

Repeal and Modification of Inconsistent Laws

  • Any laws, decrees, executive orders, issuances, rules and regulations, or parts thereof inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are repealed or modified accordingly.

Effectivity of the Act

  • This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its complete publication either in the Official Gazette or in two (2) newspapers of general circulation.

Legal and Legislative Details

  • The law provides additional leave privileges specifically for judges of first level courts, acknowledging their service.
  • Emphasis on the leave’s noncumulative and forfeitable nature ensures leave benefits are used within the year and not paid out.
  • The Supreme Court’s role indicates judicial administration’s control over procedural details.
  • The repeal clause ensures legal consistency and avoids conflicting provisions.
  • Effectivity clause conforms with standard legislative practice for public dissemination and implementation.

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