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Understanding Philippine Statutes

Philippine statutes are the written laws that govern our society. This section provides access to various types of laws:

  • Constitution: The fundamental law of the land
  • Republic Acts: Laws passed by Congress
  • Presidential Decrees: Laws issued during martial law
  • Executive Orders: Presidential directives
  • Local Ordinances: Laws passed by local government units
  • Special Laws: Specific laws for particular purposes
  • International Treaties: Agreements with other countries

These laws are organized by category for easy reference and include historical and current versions. Use the search function to find specific provisions or browse through categories to explore different types of laws.

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