How should prisoners and detainees be treated?
The use of physical, psychological, or degrading punishment against any prisoner or detainee is against the law. Substandard or inadequate penal facilities that create subhuman conditions are also prohibited. The law is tasked with dealing with these issues to ensure humane treatment in jails. According to Article III Section 19 1987 Philippine Constitution, the dignity of persons in detention must be maintained. “(2) The employment of physical, psychological, or degrading punishment against any prisoner or detainee or the use of substandard or inadequate penal facilities under subhuman conditions shall be dealt with by law.” 28-Jan-26About Nicolas and De Vega Law Offices
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