Repeal of Premature Marriage Crime in RP

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Republic Act No. 10655: Repeal of Premature Marriage Crime in RP

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Title Supreme Court: Repeal of Premature Marriage Crime in RP

Law: Republic Act No. 10655

Decision Date: Mar 15, 2015

Republic Act No. 10655 repeals the criminalization of premature marriage committed by women, aligning with principles of gender equality and non-discrimination, and promoting the rights and empowerment of women in the Philippines.

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Scope of Repeal and Legal Consistency

All laws, decrees, executive orders, rules, and regulations inconsistent with the repeal are modified or repealed accordingly.
Ensures legal coherence by aligning all related legal instruments with the new law.

Effectivity of the Law

The law takes effect fifteen (15) days after its complete publication in at least two newspapers of general circulation.
This provision guarantees public awareness and transparency before enforcement.

Legislative Process and Approval

Senate Bill No. 1647 was approved by the Senate and subsequently adopted as an amendment to House Bill No. 5280 by the House of Representatives.
Official approvals by the Speaker of the House, the President of the Senate, and the President of the Philippines were secured.
The documented official enactment dates confirm proper legislative procedure and legal validity of the Act.

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