Does martial law suspend the operation of the Constitution?
A state of martial law does not mean the Constitution is set aside. The supreme law of the land continues to operate fully even during such times. It also does not automatically shut down the civil courts or legislative bodies. Military courts cannot take over jurisdiction if the regular civil courts are still functioning. Article VII Section 18 1987 Philippine Constitution “A state of martial law does not suspend the operation of the Constitution, nor supplant the functioning of the civil courts or legislative assemblies…” 03-Feb-26About Nicolas and De Vega Law Offices
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