Increase in prescriptive period for RA 3019 offenses

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Republic Act No. 10910: Increase in prescriptive period for RA 3019 offenses

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Increase in prescriptive period for RA 3019 offenses

Law: Republic Act No. 10910

Decision Date: Jul 21, 2016

Republic Act No. 10910 increases the prescriptive period for violations of the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act from 15 to 20 years, allowing for a longer period to prosecute offenses under the Act.

Law Summary

Scope of Application

Applies specifically to violations of the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act, ensuring longer time for detection and prosecution of corrupt practices.

Separability Clause

Provides that if any part of the Act is declared invalid, the remaining provisions shall continue to be valid and enforceable.
This ensures the law's integrity even if specific provisions are struck down.

Repealing Clause

Repeals or modifies all laws, executive orders, administrative orders, rules, and regulations inconsistent with this Act.
Ensures that the provisions of this law take precedence over conflicting regulations.

Effectivity Provision

States that the Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in at least two newspapers of general circulation.
Publication serves as the official notice to the public about the law's enforceability.

Legislative Process and Ratification

Senate Bill No. 2422 was approved by the Senate on May 25, 2015.
The House of Representatives adopted it as an amendment to House Bill No. 4146 on May 23, 2016.
The Act lapsed into law on July 21, 2016 without the President's signature, pursuant to Article VI, Section 27(1) of the Philippine Constitution, which allows a bill to become law after 30 days if not signed or vetoed.

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