Criminal justice
FURTHER STRENGTHENING THE ANTI-RAPE LAW OF 1997
This bill aims to strengthen the Anti-Rape Law of 1997 by amending the Revised Penal Code to increase penalties for rape, particularly in cases involving aggravating circumstances.
PLEA BARGAINING ACT OF 2025
The Plea Bargaining Act of 2025 establishes rules for plea bargaining agreements in criminal cases, aiming to streamline judicial processes while ensuring public interest and justice are served. It outlines the conditions under which plea bargaining can occur, the necessary consents required, and penalties for violations of the act.
AMENDING THE REVISED PENAL CODE (ILLEGAL USE OF UNIFORMS AND INSIGNIA)
This bill seeks to amend Article 179 of the Revised Penal Code by increasing the penalties for the illegal use of uniforms and insignia.
NATIONAL FORENSIC SCIENCE INSTITUTE ACT
This bill establishes the National Forensic Science Institute within the University of the Philippines System, defining its functions and appropriating funds for its operation.
NATIONAL DNA DATABASE ACT
The National DNA Database Act aims to establish a comprehensive DNA database managed by the Philippine National Police (PNP) to aid in criminal investigations, identify missing persons, and ensure the integrity of DNA evidence.
AMENDING SEC. 2 OF ACT NO. 3326 (PERIODS OF PRESCRIPTION FOR VIOLATIONS PENALIZED BY SPECIAL ACT)
This bill amends Section 2 of Act No. 3326 to clarify that the prescriptive period for violations penalized by special laws will not run when the offender is absent from the Philippines.
AMENDING R.A. NO. 9285 (ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION ACT)
This bill proposes to amend the Alternative Dispute Resolution Act to impose lesser penalties in criminal cases where the civil aspect has been settled through alternative dispute resolution.
PNP FORENSIC DNA DATABASE ACT
The bill establishes a forensic DNA database under the Philippine National Police (PNP) to aid in crime prevention and resolution, requiring DNA samples from certain individuals and allowing voluntary submissions.