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Philippine Publication Laws and Effects

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What is the purpose of the requirement of publication of laws?

To delay the effectivity of laws and regulations

To confuse the public about the existence of laws

To prevent the implementation of laws

To inform the public about new laws and regulations (correct)

Why is the provision 'Ignorance of the law excuses no one from compliance therewith' mentioned in relation to the requirement of publication?

To justify the imposition of harsh penalties for non-compliance

To highlight the consequences of wilful ignorance

To discourage people from questioning the validity of laws

To emphasize the importance of knowing and complying with the law (correct)

What was the Supreme Court's ruling in Tanada v. Tuvera regarding the practice of completely doing away with publication of laws?

It deemed the practice unnecessary

It found the practice unconstitutional (correct)

It recommended further study on the practice

It upheld the practice as constitutional

What is meant by the provision 'Unless otherwise provided' in relation to the effectivity of laws or regulations?

It allows for the flexibility of effectivity dates after publication Signup and view all the answers

When is publication required for laws and regulations?

For interpretative regulations and internal regulations Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario can a law provide for its own retroactivity?

If it changes the legal consequences or relations of a fact or act Signup and view all the answers

What did the Supreme Court find unconstitutional based on retroactivity impairing obligations of contracts without justification?

The law decreeing dissolution of mortgages and liens attaching to the assets Agrix Group of Companies Signup and view all the answers

In what instance can a penal law be applied retroactively in favor of the accused?

If Congress reduces the penalty or imposes additional elements of the crime Signup and view all the answers

What does 'ex post facto law' refer to according to Black Law Dictionary?

A law that retrospectively changes the legal consequences or relations of a fact or deed Signup and view all the answers

According to UP Civil Law Professor Ruben Balane, in what form does publication have to be?

In any form, including verbal communication Signup and view all the answers