Rights of arrested persons and duties of officers

Persons arrested, detained, or under custodial investigation must be assisted by counsel at all times.
Public officers must inform such persons in a language they understand about their right to remain silent and to have competent and independent counsel, preferably chosen by the person.
If the person cannot afford counsel, one must be provided by the investigating officer.
Custodial investigation reports must be written and fully explained to the person, with their counsel's assistance; otherwise, the report is null and void.
Extrajudicial confessions must be in writing, signed in presence of counsel or valid waiver, and witnessed by designated persons; else, inadmissible as evidence.
Waivers of rights must be in writing, signed in the presence of counsel; otherwise, void.
Persons may have visits or conferences with immediate family members, medical doctors, priests/religious ministers, duly accredited NGOs.
"Immediate family" is broadly defined to include various close relatives and legal guardians.
"Custodial investigation" includes "invitations" issued to persons suspected of offenses without prejudice to liability of officers.

Assisting counsel excludes lawyers directly involved in the case or prosecution.
Fees for assisting counsel vary by case severity:
- P150 for light felonies
- P250 for less grave or grave felonies
- P350 for capital offenses
Fees to be paid by the city or municipality of investigation; if unable, then by the province.
Municipal/City Treasurer must certify lack of funds before province pays.
Without a lawyer, custodial investigation cannot proceed; detention only under Article 125, Revised Penal Code.

Failure of officers to inform rights results in:
- Fine of P6,000 or imprisonment of 8 to 10 years, or both.
- Perpetual absolute disqualification if previously convicted of similar offense.
Failure to provide counsel if person cannot afford one incurs same penalties.
Obstruction of visits/conferences by lawyers, family, doctors, or clergy results in imprisonment of at least 4 years and fine of P4,000.
Security officers may take reasonable measures to ensure detainee safety or prevent escape.

Republic Act No. 857, as amended, is repealed.
Other inconsistent laws, decrees, orders, rules, or regulations are repealed or modified accordingly.

Act takes effect 15 days after publication in the Official Gazette or a daily newspaper of general circulation in the Philippines.