Appropriation for Aid to Injured Prisoners

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Republic Act No. 9242: Appropriation for Aid to Injured Prisoners

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Appropriation for Aid to Injured Prisoners

Law: Republic Act No. 9242

Decision Date: Feb 10, 2004

Republic Act No. 9242 mandates the use of Philippine tropical fabrics for uniforms of public officials and employees, aiming to promote patriotism, support local manufacturing, and generate employment and benefits for the country.

Law Summary

Beneficiaries and Conditions for Pecuniary Aid

Pecuniary aid is payable to national prisoners who are injured or disabled while:
- Preventing a prison riot or jailbreak, or
- Performing duties related to any prison industry.
Injuries must not be caused by the prisoner's own negligence.
Payment can be made at the time of the prisoner's release or during confinement upon the prisoner’s request.

Payment to Legal Heirs

If the prisoner dies due to injuries sustained or any other cause prior to release, the pecuniary aid shall be paid to the prisoner’s legal heirs.
Legal heirs do not include those who are the offended parties or those responsible for the imprisonment.

Determination and Approval of Aid Amount

The Director of Prisons determines the amount of pecuniary aid to be paid.
The determination requires approval by the Secretary of Justice.
The Secretary of Justice will promulgate rules and regulations governing the disbursement.
The pecuniary aid amount shall not exceed five hundred pesos in any case.

Effectivity

The Act becomes effective immediately upon approval.

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