Prohibition Against Cockfighting, Horse Racing and Jai-alai Every 4th of July
Republic Act No. 137, enacted on June 14, 1947, prohibits cockfighting, horse racing, and jai-alai games on July 4th, the anniversary of the Republic of the Philippines. Violators may face a fine of up to 200 pesos, imprisonment for up to six months, or both, with liability extending to corporate officials in the case of partnerships or corporations. The law emphasizes the importance of this national day by restricting such activities. This Act took effect upon its approval and was published in the Official Gazette.
Law Information
- Reference Number
- Republic Act No. 137
- Date Enacted
- Category
- Statutes
- Subcategory
- Republic Acts
- Jurisdiction
- Philippines
- Enacting Body
- Congress of the Philippines
Full Law Text
June 14, 1947
REPUBLIC ACT NO. 137
AN ACT TO PROHIBIT COCKFIGHTING, HORSE RACING AND JAI-ALAI GAMES ON THE FOURTH OF JULY OF EACH YEAR
SECTION 1. Any provision of the existing law to the contrary notwithstanding, cockfighting, horse racing and jai-alai games are hereby prohibited on the fourth day of July of each year, the birthday of the Republic of the Philippines. acd
SECTION 2. Any person who shall violate the provisions of this Act, or permit or allow the violation thereof, shall be punished by a fine not exceeding two hundred pesos or by imprisonment not exceeding six months, or both, at the discretion of the court. In the case of partnerships, corporations, or associations, the criminal liability shall devolve upon the president, director, or any other official responsible for the violation.
SECTION 3. This Act shall take effect upon its approval.
Approved: June 14, 1947
Published in the Official Gazette, Vol. 43, No. 7, p. 2576 in July 1947
Cite This Law
Prohibition Against Cockfighting, Horse Racing and Jai-alai Every 4th of July, Republic Act No. 137, Jun 14, 1947 (Philippines)
Prohibition Against Cockfighting, Horse Racing and Jai-alai Every 4th of July, Republic Act No. 137 (Phil. 1947)
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