SB 1957

Senate·20th Congress·Filed Mar 9, 2026

Penalizing Deliberate Use of False Addresses in Subpoenas

An Act Penalizing the Deliberate Use of False Addresses in the Issuance of Subpoena, Providing Penalties Therefor

In plain language

The bill makes it a crime to knowingly put a wrong address on a subpoena that is meant to start a preliminary investigation, punishable by up to two years in jail and a fine of ₱100,000‑₱300,000.

Justice and JudiciaryPublic Order and Safety

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SBN-1957 · Sources: BatasWatch