The law provides sanctions for rights violations and compensation/rehabilitation for victims of torture and their families.
What are the legal consequences for violating the rights of detainees? Read More »
Most persons are entitled to bail or recognizance before conviction; excessive bail is prohibited.
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No person shall be deprived of life, liberty, or property without due process or denied equal protection of the laws.
What are the conditions for depriving a person of life, liberty, or property? Read More »
Bail may be denied for offenses punishable by reclusion perpetua when evidence of guilt is strong.
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Warrants require probable cause determined by a judge to protect against unreasonable searches and seizures of persons and property.
What is required for a search warrant or warrant of arrest to be issued? Read More »
Every accused person is presumed innocent until proven guilty and has the right to be heard.
What is the presumption regarding the innocence of an accused person? Read More »
Privacy of communication is inviolable except by court order or for public safety; illegal evidence is inadmissible in court.
When can the privacy of communication and correspondence be violated? Read More »
The accused has the right to face witnesses and use compulsory process to produce evidence and witnesses.
What rights does the accused have regarding witnesses and evidence? Read More »
No law shall abridge freedom of speech, expression, press, peaceable assembly, or the right to petition the government.
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Trials can proceed without the accused if they were arraigned, notified, and their absence is unjustifiable.
When can a trial proceed in the absence of the accused? Read More »
