What is the time limit for charging a person arrested during the writ’s suspension?
The Constitution provides protections for those detained while the writ of habeas corpus is suspended. Any person arrested under these circumstances must be judicially charged within three days. If no charges are filed within this short window, the person must be released. This rule ensures that detentions do not become indefinite without legal cause. Article VII Section 18 1987 Philippine Constitution “During the suspension of the privilege of the writ, any person thus arrested or detained shall be judicially charged within three days, otherwise he shall be released.” 03-Feb-26About Nicolas and De Vega Law Offices
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