The Philippine

Constitution
(Bill of Rights & Duties
& Responsibilities
of a Filipino Citizen)
WHAT IS CONSTITUTION?
A constitution is a system for
government, codified as written
document, which contains
fundamental laws and principles.
It usually contains fundamental
political principles, and
establishes the structure,
procedures, powers and duties,
of a government.
Rights and responsibilities help
make our communities
better. Rights are freedoms we
have that are protected by our
laws,while responsibilities are
duties or things that we should
do. In order to be good citizens,
or members of a community, we
must understand our rights and
responsibilities.
Article III of the Philippine
Constitution is the Bill of Rights. It
establishes the relationship of the
individual to the State and defines
the rights of the individual by
limiting the lawful powers of the
State. It is one of the most
important political achievements of
the Filipinos.
 BILL OF RIGHTS CONSIST OF 22
SECTIONS
 Section 1. Right to Life

 Section 2. The Right of the People

to be Secure
 Section 3. The privacy of
communication and
correspondence.
Section 4. Freedom of Speech

Section 4.

Section 5. Religion
and Belief
Section 6. Right to Travel

Section7. Right to
Access Information

Section 8. The right of the

people, including those
employed in the public and
private sectors, to form unions,
associations, or societies for
purposes not contrary to law
shall not be abridged.
 Section 9. Private
property shall
not be taken for
public
use without just
compensation.
 Section 10. No law
impairing the
obligation of
contracts shall be
passed.
 Section 11. Free access to the
courts and quasi-judicial bodies
and adequate legal assistance
shall not be denied to any
person by reason of poverty.
 Section 12. The Right to
Remain Silent

 Section 13. All persons, except those

charged with offenses punishable by
reclusion perpetua when evidence of
guilt is strong, shall, before conviction,
be bailable by sufficient sureties, or be
released on recognizance as may be
provided by law. The right to bail shall
not be impaired even when the privilege
of the writ of habeas corpus is
suspended. Excessive bail shall not be
required.
 Section 14. Due Process of Law
 Section 15. The privilege
of the writ of habeas
corpus shall not be
suspended except in
cases of invasion or
rebellion when the public
safety requires it.
 Section 16. All persons
shall have the right to a
speedy disposition of their
cases before all judicial,
quasi-judicial, or
administrative bodies.
 Section 17. No person shall be
compelled to be a witness against
himself.

 Section18. No person shall be detained

solely by reason of his political beliefs
and aspirations.

 Section 19. Excessive fines shall not be

imposed, nor cruel, degrading or inhuman
punishment inflicted. Neither shall the
death penalty be imposed, unless, for
compelling reasons involving heinous
crimes, the Congress hereafter provides
for it. Any death penalty already imposed
shall be reduced to reclusion perpetua.
 Section20. No person shall be
imprisoned for debt or non-
payment of a poll tax.

 Section 21. No person shall be

twice put in jeopardy of
punishment for the same offense.
If an act is punished by a law and
an ordinance, conviction or
acquittal under either shall
constitute a bar to another
prosecution for the same act.
Section 22. No ex post facto law or
bill of attainder shall be enacted.
The prime duty of the government
is for its citizens to serve and
protect in turn it shall be obligation
of the entire citizen to do their
duties and responsibilities as a
Filipino citizens of the country as
listed below:
1.Defend our country from enemies and invaders.
2.Pay his/her taxes willingly and promptly.
3.Be loyal to our country.
4.Take care and conserve our natural resources.
5.Help our country for growth and development.
6.Keep our surroundings clean.
7.Study well and become a productive individual.
8.Obey the laws and maintain peace and order in
the community.
9.Preserve the Filipino culture and identity.
10.Participate actively n various government
programs.
11.Vote wisely and chose candidates who can
serve the people and our country.
12.Respect the rights of others.
The more important duties and
obligations of every citizen in a
democratic society are the
following:
1.To be loyal to the Republic.
2.To defend the State.
3.To contribute to the development
of welfare of the State
4.To uphold the Constitution and
obey laws.
5.To cooperate with duly
constituted authorities.
6.To exercise rights
responsibility and with due
regard for the rights of
others.
7.To engage in gainful work.
8.To register and vote.
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