An Act Defining Violence Against Women and Their Children, Providing for Protective Measures for Prescribing Penalties Therefore, and for Other Purposes
The proposed Anti‑Violence Against Women and Their Children Act would broaden the definition of abuse to include online relationships, add new offenses such as hiding an STI or stopping a victim from working, and give courts and barangays stronger powers to issue protection orders, block harmful online content, and fine non‑cooperating internet providers. It also sets heavy prison terms (up to 30 years) and large fines, creates a council to coordinate services, and provides victims with paid leave, legal aid, and a
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SBN-1535 · Sources: BatasWatch
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