Scope of the Prohibition
- The prohibition applies to all forms and instances of cockfighting, horse racing, and jai-alai games conducted on July 4th.
- It covers all persons and entities involved in organizing, facilitating, or allowing these activities.
Penalties for Violation
- Individuals violating the prohibition may be punished with:
- A fine not exceeding two hundred pesos.
- Imprisonment for a term not exceeding six months.
- Or both fine and imprisonment, at the discretion of the court.
- Corporate or collective entities such as partnerships, corporations, or associations bear criminal liability through their responsible officials.
- The president, director, or any official responsible for the violation within such entities shall be held liable.
Enforcement and Effectivity
- The Act takes effect immediately upon approval.
- The enforcement ensures respect for the national commemoration by preventing gambling-related activities considered inappropriate for the day.