Ban on rallies for rebels and sedition suspects

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PRESIDENTIAL DECREE NO. 1727-A: Ban on rallies for rebels and sedition suspects

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Title Supreme Court: Ban on rallies for rebels and sedition suspects

Law: Presidential Decree No. 1727-a

Decision Date: Oct 8, 1980

Ferdinand E. Marcos prohibits permits for public rallies and demonstrations to individuals guilty of rebellion, sedition, or subversion without amnesty, imposing penalties on officials who violate this decree.

public assembly

mass demonstration

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Prohibition on Granting Permits

No permit shall be granted to individuals who:
- Have been found guilty of rebellion, sedition, or subversion and have not received amnesty
- Are currently charged with rebellion, sedition, or subversion

Penalties for Violation

Public officers or employees who issue permits in violation of this decree shall face penalties ranging from:
- Prision correccional in its medium period (a form of imprisonment for a duration within the medium range)
- Up to prision mayor in its maximum period (a more severe form of imprisonment for a longer duration)

Legal Supremacy and Repeal Clause

Any existing laws, rules, or regulations conflicting with this decree are repealed or modified to conform with its provisions

Effectivity

The decree takes effect immediately upon its issuance

Authority

Issued by President Ferdinand E. Marcos under constitutional powers
Signed and promulgated in Manila on October 8, 1980

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