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What is the maximum period for which martial law can initially be imposed under the 1987 Constitution?
What is the maximum period for which martial law can initially be imposed under the 1987 Constitution?
- 30 days
- 120 days
- 90 days
- 60 days (correct)
Which body has the power to revoke the proclamation and/or suspension of martial law?
Which body has the power to revoke the proclamation and/or suspension of martial law?
- Congress (correct)
- The Armed Forces
- The Executive branch
- The Supreme Court
Who retains the power of the Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces according to Art. VII, Sec. 18?
Who retains the power of the Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces according to Art. VII, Sec. 18?
- The President (correct)
- The Vice President
- The Chief Justice
- The Speaker of the House
Members of Congress have immunity from arrest for criminal offenses punishable by not more than how many years in prison?
Members of Congress have immunity from arrest for criminal offenses punishable by not more than how many years in prison?
Which article of the 1987 Constitution discusses the impeachment process for removing the President?
Which article of the 1987 Constitution discusses the impeachment process for removing the President?
Within how many hours must the President's decision to impose martial law be presented to Congress?
Within how many hours must the President's decision to impose martial law be presented to Congress?
The Constitution allows the Supreme Court to review the sufficiency of what regarding martial law?
The Constitution allows the Supreme Court to review the sufficiency of what regarding martial law?
How long does the Supreme Court have to issue a ruling on martial law upon the filing of the complaint?
How long does the Supreme Court have to issue a ruling on martial law upon the filing of the complaint?
When does the privilege from arrest for members of Congress not apply?
When does the privilege from arrest for members of Congress not apply?
Executive immunity means the President is immune from what during their stay in power?
Executive immunity means the President is immune from what during their stay in power?
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