Punishing minor disobedience and disrespect

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Acts No. 4002: Punishing minor disobedience and disrespect

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Title Supreme Court: Punishing minor disobedience and disrespect

Law: Acts No. 4002

Decision Date: Dec 5, 1932

Philippine Law, Act No. 4002, enacted in 1932, punishes minors for disrespect and disobedience towards their parents or guardians, requiring a complaint to be filed by the affected parties for legal action to be taken.

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Conditions for Filing Complaint

Legal action under this Act can only be initiated upon a formal complaint.
The complaint must be signed and filed exclusively by the aggrieved parties: the parents, guardians, or persons responsible for the minor.
No third party or public prosecutor can file charges in absence of such complaint.

Effectivity of the Law

The law takes effect immediately upon its approval.
This ensures the prompt implementation of its provisions after December 5, 1932.

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