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The right of the people to ______ on matters of public concern shall be recognized.
The right of the people to ______ on matters of public concern shall be recognized.
information
Access to official records, and to documents, and papers pertaining to official ______, transactions, or decisions shall be afforded to the citizen.
Access to official records, and to documents, and papers pertaining to official ______, transactions, or decisions shall be afforded to the citizen.
acts
The right to information is limited to ______ only but allows access for aliens in cases where they are litigants.
The right to information is limited to ______ only but allows access for aliens in cases where they are litigants.
citizens
Its exercise is subject to such ______ as may be provided by law, such as time, place, and manner of access.
Its exercise is subject to such ______ as may be provided by law, such as time, place, and manner of access.
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The right to information is consonant with the principle of popular ______.
The right to information is consonant with the principle of popular ______.
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Making fiscalization of government more factual, responsible, and ______ is one of the benefits of the right to information.
Making fiscalization of government more factual, responsible, and ______ is one of the benefits of the right to information.
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The records involved regarding the security of the State are ______ in character and should be exempted.
The records involved regarding the security of the State are ______ in character and should be exempted.
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Certain public records are declared confidential either by law or by administrative ______.
Certain public records are declared confidential either by law or by administrative ______.
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A law can be ______ or completely invalidated by a subsequent law.
A law can be ______ or completely invalidated by a subsequent law.
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The constitution guarantees free access to courts and ______ bodies.
The constitution guarantees free access to courts and ______ bodies.
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Due process and equal protection of the laws assure all persons access to the courts as well as ______ bodies.
Due process and equal protection of the laws assure all persons access to the courts as well as ______ bodies.
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Many low paid employed individuals may have to go to court to ______ their small salaries and wages.
Many low paid employed individuals may have to go to court to ______ their small salaries and wages.
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The constitution has included a provision for the right to ______ legal assistance.
The constitution has included a provision for the right to ______ legal assistance.
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Individuals may face barriers to accessing the courts if they lack sufficient ______.
Individuals may face barriers to accessing the courts if they lack sufficient ______.
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The New Constitution expanded the right to make legal processes accessible even for those in ______.
The New Constitution expanded the right to make legal processes accessible even for those in ______.
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Court fees can be a significant barrier for poor ______ seeking justice.
Court fees can be a significant barrier for poor ______ seeking justice.
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The right to be informed of the nature and cause of the ______ against him;
The right to be informed of the nature and cause of the ______ against him;
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The right to have speedy, impartial and ______ trial;
The right to have speedy, impartial and ______ trial;
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The right to meet the ______ face to face;
The right to meet the ______ face to face;
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The right against ______;
The right against ______;
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No torture, force, violence, threat, or ______ means shall be used against him.
No torture, force, violence, threat, or ______ means shall be used against him.
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Any confession or admission obtained in violation of this or Section 17 shall be ______ in evidence against him.
Any confession or admission obtained in violation of this or Section 17 shall be ______ in evidence against him.
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Custodial investigation means any ______ initiated by law enforcement officers after a person has been taken into custody.
Custodial investigation means any ______ initiated by law enforcement officers after a person has been taken into custody.
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The person in custody must be informed at the outset in clear and ______ terms that he has a right to remain silent;
The person in custody must be informed at the outset in clear and ______ terms that he has a right to remain silent;
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All persons, except those charged with offenses punishable by __________ when evidence of guilt is strong, shall, before conviction, be bailable.
All persons, except those charged with offenses punishable by __________ when evidence of guilt is strong, shall, before conviction, be bailable.
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The right to bail shall not be impaired even when the privilege of the writ of __________ is suspended.
The right to bail shall not be impaired even when the privilege of the writ of __________ is suspended.
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Excessive bail shall not be __________.
Excessive bail shall not be __________.
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The right to bail is the right given to a person accused of a crime to be free from __________ upon posting of cash or surety bond.
The right to bail is the right given to a person accused of a crime to be free from __________ upon posting of cash or surety bond.
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Bail is the security required by a court and given for the provisional or temporary release of a person who is in the __________ of the law.
Bail is the security required by a court and given for the provisional or temporary release of a person who is in the __________ of the law.
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The right to bail is granted because in all criminal prosecution, the accused is presumed __________.
The right to bail is granted because in all criminal prosecution, the accused is presumed __________.
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In determining the amount of bail, the court should consider the nature of the __________.
In determining the amount of bail, the court should consider the nature of the __________.
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One of the factors in determining the amount of bail is the financial condition of the __________.
One of the factors in determining the amount of bail is the financial condition of the __________.
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The right to have counsel is a guarantee imposed on the ______.
The right to have counsel is a guarantee imposed on the ______.
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If a defendant appears without counsel, the court must inform him of his right to have ______.
If a defendant appears without counsel, the court must inform him of his right to have ______.
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The failure of the court to assign counsel may result in the ______ of the accused.
The failure of the court to assign counsel may result in the ______ of the accused.
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A written accusation serves to give the accused a description of the ______ against him.
A written accusation serves to give the accused a description of the ______ against him.
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The purpose of an accusation is to protect the accused against further ______ for the same cause.
The purpose of an accusation is to protect the accused against further ______ for the same cause.
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The criminal information must contain specific ______ to constitute the crime charged.
The criminal information must contain specific ______ to constitute the crime charged.
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The right to be informed of the nature and cause of the ______ is vital for a fair trial.
The right to be informed of the nature and cause of the ______ is vital for a fair trial.
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The right to confront the ______ is one of the guaranteed rights in a trial.
The right to confront the ______ is one of the guaranteed rights in a trial.
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The privilege of the writ of habeas corpus shall not be suspended except in cases of invasion or ______ when the public safety requires it.
The privilege of the writ of habeas corpus shall not be suspended except in cases of invasion or ______ when the public safety requires it.
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The privilege of the writ of habeas corpus is the right of a person who is detained by another, “to have his body ______ to court” for legality determination.
The privilege of the writ of habeas corpus is the right of a person who is detained by another, “to have his body ______ to court” for legality determination.
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A writ of habeas corpus is an order issued by a court commanding the person detaining another to produce the body of the ______.
A writ of habeas corpus is an order issued by a court commanding the person detaining another to produce the body of the ______.
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When an applicant for habeas corpus is filed, the court must find the petition in proper ______.
When an applicant for habeas corpus is filed, the court must find the petition in proper ______.
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The privilege of the writ of habeas corpus can be suspended by the ______ on grounds of invasion or public safety.
The privilege of the writ of habeas corpus can be suspended by the ______ on grounds of invasion or public safety.
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Only where the return of the respondent shows that the person in custody is being held for a ______ mentioned in the proclamation will the court dismiss the petition.
Only where the return of the respondent shows that the person in custody is being held for a ______ mentioned in the proclamation will the court dismiss the petition.
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In all other cases, the court will continue the proceedings to determine the validity of the person's ______.
In all other cases, the court will continue the proceedings to determine the validity of the person's ______.
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All persons shall have the right to a speedy disposition of their cases before all judicial, quasi-judicial, or ______ bodies.
All persons shall have the right to a speedy disposition of their cases before all judicial, quasi-judicial, or ______ bodies.
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Study Notes
Module 7: Social Science with Phil. Constitution
- This module supports the Senior High School Program.
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Information Sheet MT 7.1.1: Constitution of Liberty
- Section 6: Liberty of abode and changing it is not impaired except upon lawful court order, or for national security, public safety, or public health. The right to travel is also protected, except in those same interests.
- Liberty of Abode and Travel: Includes the right to choose residence, departure and return, within legal limitations, except in national interest cases.
- Limitations: Subject to state powers over criminal proceedings, or for national interests.
- Section 7: Right to information on public matters (official records, documents, papers, government research data) is guaranteed, subject to legal restrictions.
- Scope: Information encompasses public records; aliens may access records—subject to legal restrictions—regarding litigation.
- Importance: Popular sovereignty; participation in government; ensures effective fiscalization.
Information Sheet MT 7.1.2: Constitution of Liberty
- Section 8: Right to form unions, associations, or societies for legal purposes is guaranteed and cannot be abridged.
- Right of Association: The right to form, join, or leave societies for lawful purposes (social, scientific, cultural, political, religious, etc.). Association functions as a form of expression and wider audience.
- Limitations: The right is limited to lawful purposes, as opposed to actions that could create violence or overthrow the government.
- Employees in Civil Service: Cannot engage in strikes, walkouts, or temporary work stoppages. Rules and employment conditions are fixed by statutes, not by collective bargaining.
Information Sheet MT 7.1.3: Constitution of Liberty
- Section 9: Private property can't be taken for public use without just compensation.
- Inherent State Power: Eminent Domain, Police Power, Taxation.
- Eminent Domain: The state's right to seize property for public use with just compensation.
- Who Exercises?: Primarily the legislature, but can be delegated to other government bodies or quasi-public corporations (like utilities).
- Just Compensation: Full and fair equivalent of the property's value (actual or market value); other factors include acquisition cost, similar property values, potential uses, and location/size.
- Conditions for Use: Public use is required; a fair market value must be compensation.
Section 10: No Law Impairing the Obligation of Contracts
- Contract Obligation: The duty of contract members to fulfill the terms of an agreement, as long as its not contradictory to law, mores, good practices and policy; impairment occurs when terms are changed by law.
- Meaning of Contract: A meeting of minds between parties where one party promises to give or perform something to another.
- Law Considered Impairment: Enacts by the national legislation, executive orders, and administrative regulations; including local ordinances.
- Impairment: Anything diminishing a contract's effectiveness or altering its conditions without the consent of both parties. This includes increasing or decreasing interest rates on loans unless explicitly stated in the contract.
Section 11: Free Access to Courts
- Constitutional Expansion: Increased access to courts as well as quasi judicial bodies.
- Free access for poor: Ensuring those of limited financial resources can have appropriate legal assistance; providing free legal aid to indigent.
Section 12: (1) and (2): Rights During Custodian Investigation
- Right to Remain Silent: A detainee has the right to remain silent during inquiry.
- Competent Counsel: The right to a lawyer is guaranteed and should be provided to those unable to sustain the costs of a lawyer.
- Avoiding Torture: Prevent the use of coercion or force during questioning; secret detention is outlawed.
- Inadmissible Evidence: Any confession or statement that breaches these rights is inadmissible in court
Section 13: Right to Bail
- Bailable offenses: Except for the most serious offenses, a defendant has the right to be released before trial upon posting sufficient surety, or recognizance.
- Non impairment: The privilege of habeas corpus remains unless a specific case suspends it.
- Excessive Bail: Bail cannot exceed legal limits.
Section 14: No Person Shall Be Held to Answer For Criminal Offence Without Due Process
- Due process: The accused has a right to a fair trial. This includes the right to be notified of the charges, a speedy, impartial, and public trial, the right to hear the witness and to call own and to call witnesses. The accused also has the right to be presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.
Section 15: Privilege of the Writ of Habeas Corpus
- Habeas Corpus: A legal action that challenges the legality of a person's detention; it ensures that the government doesn't unlawfully detain individuals, which ensures there is a valid reason to detain a person.
- Suspension of Habeas Corpus: Only suspended during invasion or rebellion—if public safety demands it,
- Meaning of Habeas Corpus: An order demanding a detained person be brought to court so the court can determine if the detention is legal
Section 16: Speedy Disposition of Cases
- Speedy Disposition: The right to a timely resolution of legal matters. Administrative, quasi-judicial, and judicial bodies all must respect this right to speed in resolving legal cases.
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