Amendment to Section 14 of Batas Pambansa Blg. 129
- Specifically amends Paragraph (e) and Subparagraph 8 of Section 14 of Batas Pambansa Blg. 129 to reflect the creation of the new branch.
- Enumerates the total number of RTC branches for various provinces and cities within the Fourth Judicial Region, including Batangas, Cavite, Laguna, Marinduque, Mindoro Oriental, Mindoro Occidental, Palawan, Quezon, Aurora, Rizal, and Romblon.
- Provides the seating locations for each branch within these provinces and cities.
Operationalization and Funding
- Mandates the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, in coordination with the Secretary of the Department of Justice, to immediately include the operationalization of the new RTC branch in Catanauan, Quezon, in their program.
- The funding necessary for this operationalization shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.
Effectivity of the Act
- The Act takes effect immediately upon its approval by the President.
Legal and Legislative Context
- The Act was passed by the House of Representatives and the Senate on August 27, 2002, and December 15, 2003, respectively.
- It was approved on February 19, 2004.
- Signed and approved by the President of the Philippines and the legislative leaders.
Key Provisions and Legal Concepts
- Enhances judicial capacity in Quezon and Lucena by creating an additional RTC branch.
- Amends existing law to reflect updated judicial structure within the Fourth Judicial Region.
- Ensures proper coordination between the judiciary and the executive branch for the implementation and funding of the new branch.
- Addresses the need for accessible justice services to the residents of Catanuan, Quezon.